Lead Engineer EMEA
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Job Description
This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical knowledge and a proactive approach to maintaining and improving a highly resilient engineering environment. Youll be responsible for the full spectrum of building maintenance tasks from daily plant checks and resolving faults to responding to PPM schedules and FM360-generated calls. Youll issue work permits (e.g. Hot Works Circuit Isolation H&S) and bring in external contractors when necessary to support both planned and reactive maintenance.
Youll also take the lead on sourcing and ordering replacement parts and materials for the buildings plant systems ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Core Responsibilities
Manage engineering contractors and oversee planned maintenance schedules.
Maintain 24/7 infrastructure reliability while ensuring all internal/external SLAs are met.
Act as the main point of contact for other departments during onsite activities.
Maintain and manage building operations and environment with a focus on safety and compliance.
Develop and support energy management processes in line with company CSR and ISO14001 standards.
Maximise system efficiency through engineering controls and environmental systems.
Represent the department at senior management level where required.
Lead fault diagnosis and provide a first-line response on critical engineering infrastructure including electrical HVAC BMS and life safety systems.
Technical Scope Includes:
Electrical systems including emergency lighting UPS and distribution systems.
HVAC systems and comfort cooling controls.
BMS control and monitoring.
Power generation (generators and controls).
Fire detection and fixed suppression systems.
Project & Upgrade Work
Youll also play a key role in engineering project work from small upgrades to major capital works. This includes supporting and sometimes leading the design installation and commissioning of new systems while ensuring compliance with internal standards. Youll manage change control and permits coordinate with internal and external teams and uphold safety and delivery standards throughout.
What Were Looking For
At least 5 years experience in a similar corporate engineering or facilities role.
Strong contract management experience especially with H&S compliance and performance monitoring.
Solid grounding in engineering best practices with multi-disciplinary exposure.
17th Edition qualified (or equivalent) and comfortable working on both electrical and mechanical systems.
Experience with PC-based systems for PPM BMS and engineering reporting.
Clear confident communicator able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A proactive team player able to work under pressure and on own initiative.
Flexible and willing to work unsociable hours including participation in a standby/call-out rota.
Good project and organisational skills.
Why This Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a technically strong forward-thinking team in a corporate setting where high standards energy efficiency and innovation are priorities. Youll be part of a critical function that supports 24/7 operations and drives continuous improvement in building performance and reliability with the autonomy to lead solve problems and influence real change.
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INCO: Cushman & Wakefield
Employment Type
Full-Time
