Electrical Maintenance Engineer in London

A leading facilities management provider has recently secured a prestigious new portfolio of commercial properties across Central London and is looking to recruit a number of experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineers. Working across high-quality commercial buildings in the Fitzrovia area, you will be responsible for electrical statutory compliance checks, planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to the electrical and wider M&E plant. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrical engineer who enjoys fault-finding, takes pride in their work and is comfortable operating within busy, client-facing commercial environments.

Typical Daily Duties

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance to electrical systems and building services plant.
• Completing statutory electrical compliance checks and maintaining accurate records.
• Diagnosing electrical faults and carrying out reactive repairs.
• Maintaining lighting, emergency lighting, distribution boards, power supplies and control systems.
• Carrying out lamp changes, ballast and driver replacements.
• Testing and resetting fire alarm systems where authorised.
• Completing emergency lighting inspections and functional tests.
• Carrying out basic testing using appropriate electrical test equipment.
• Inspecting electrical panels, isolators, contactors, relays and control circuits.
• Supporting the maintenance of AHUs, FCUs, pumps, motors and associated electrical controls.
• Monitoring plant and alarms through BMS systems.
• Responding to urgent breakdowns and electrical callouts.
• Escorting and supervising specialist subcontractors.
• Completing electronic job sheets, PPM records and compliance documentation.
• Reporting defects, safety concerns and recommendations for remedial works.
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with current electrical regulations and health and safety procedures.

Qualifications Required

• Applicants must hold a recognised Level 3 electrical qualification, such as:
• City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations, or equivalent.
• City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Electrotechnical Services.
• City & Guilds 2357 Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment.
• A recognised electrical apprenticeship with an equivalent Level 3 qualification.
• You should also hold:
• City & Guilds 2382 – 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• The following would be advantageous:
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing, or equivalent.
• AM2 qualification.
• ECS or JIB card.
• Emergency lighting, fire alarm or PAT testing experience.
• HV or LV authorised person experience.

Experience Required

• Previous experience working as an Electrical Maintenance Engineer within commercial offices, mixed-use buildings or similar environments.
• Strong experience carrying out electrical PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Good fault-finding skills across electrical distribution, lighting and control systems.
• Experience maintaining electrical supplies to mechanical plant such as AHUs, FCUs, pumps and motors.
• A good understanding of statutory compliance and electrical safety.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional, reliable and client-facing approach.

Why Apply?

You will be joining a newly awarded Central London contract offering long‑term stability, a high‑quality commercial portfolio and genuine opportunities to develop as the contract grows. Multiple positions are available, so immediate applications are encouraged from fully qualified commercial Electrical Maintenance Engineers.