Job Description:

Are you an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer looking to take the next step into management? We’re recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a multi-site Facilities Management contract across North London.

Initially combining hands-on engineering with team supervision, this role offers a clear pathway to progress into a full-time Mechanical Supervisor position within approximately six months.

The Role
 
As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will:

• Carry out PPM and reactive mechanical maintenance across multiple sites.
• Provide technical support and guidance to a team of engineers.
• Diagnose faults and resolve mechanical and building services issues.
• Support contractors, quotations and day-to-day maintenance delivery.
• Ensure RAMS, permits, Health & Safety and compliance requirements are met.
• Build strong relationships with clients and site teams.

About You
 
To be successful as the Lead Mechanical Engineer, you’ll have:

• A Mechanical or Plumbing NVQ / City & Guilds qualification.
• Strong experience within Hard FM, building services or commercial maintenance.
• Previous experience as a Lead Engineer, Team Leader or Working Supervisor.
• Strong PPM, reactive maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• The confidence to lead engineers and deal directly with clients.
• F-Gas, AC, IOSH or AP experience would be advantageous.

What’s in it for You?

• £47,500 salary
• Company van and fuel card
• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays + birthday
• Additional 5–6 days’ holiday linked to the contract
• £100 standby payment when on call
• Enhanced call-out payments and overtime
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Progression to Mechanical Supervisor within approximately six months

Location: North London, covering approximately 10–15 sites.

Apply Now
 
If you’re an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer looking for a hands-on role with a genuine route into management, we’d love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now to submit your CV or contact Yohann Essoki for a confidential discussion.

Interviews are taking place now, so apply today to take the next step in your Lead Mechanical Engineer career.