Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location London
Discipline: Engineering Recruitment Specialists
Salary: £53000.0
Contact name: James Cairns

Contact email: james@hvacrecruitment.com
Job ref: 16921
Published: 14 days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Global FM Provider
Location: WC2H
Salary: Up to £53,000 + 10% Bonus + OT & On-Call (OTE £63,000)
Client: Leading American Multinational Mass Media & Entertainment Company

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join one of the world’s largest FM providers, working on-site at the UK HQ of a globally recognised media and entertainment giant. Based a stone’s throw from Tottenham Court Road station, you will be a key player in an on-site maintenance team of 4, supporting a prestigious and fast-paced corporate environment.

The Role:

  • Take a lead role in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance across the site
  • Oversee and manage an ongoing FCU project, alongside day-to-day HVAC and mechanical works
  • Act as a technical lead and point of escalation for the engineering team
  • Build strong client relationships and maintain the highest service standards
  • Monday to Friday, 40-hour week with early & late shift pattern rotating over 5 weeks
  • Requirement to work one Saturday every 4 weeks (paid at OT rate)
  • Participate in the on-call rota (with allowance)

Requirements:

  • NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (essential)
  • Strong HVAC/mechanical background
  • Experience working in commercial buildings, ideally client-facing environments
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience is desirable
  • F-Gas certification (beneficial)

Salary & Benefits:

  • Basic salary up to £53,000 + 10% annual bonus
  • OTE circa £63,000 with overtime and on-call allowance
  • 23 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme (matched up to 6%)
  • Ongoing training and funded qualifications
  • Defined career progression within a global FM organisation

Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on behalf of a major entertainment brand within a flagship London HQ, offering excellent earning potential, a supportive team culture, and significant professional development.