Electrical Shift Engineer
Randstad · Peterborough, East of England
Electrical Shift Engineer at Randstad, based in Peterborough, East of England. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Peterborough, East of England
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 12 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Electrician
Reference PR-1536360
About the role
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (41 hrs/wk average)
Shift Timings: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Days) & 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Nights)
Key Responsibilities
Maintain, test, and fault-find critical infrastructure assets (generators, UPS systems).
Complete repairs and log work orders accurately and promptly.
Adhere strictly to H&S guidelines, lockout/tagout procedures, and AP standards.
Use tools and test equipment safely within operational limits.
Shift Pattern
Operates on a 5-week rotation (7am to 7pm / 7pm to 7am) offering extended rest periods:
Week 1: 4 nights on, 3 off
Week 2: 3 days on, 1 off, 3 nights on
Week 3: 3 off, 4 days on
Weeks 4 & 5: 14 consecutive days off
Requirements
NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (with AM2)
18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification
Solid background in electrical systems, controls, and reading technical drawings
Proactive, safety-first mindset with strong teamwork skills
Must pass standard background vetting/security clearance
What We Offer
Structured shift pattern with generous extended rest periods
Hands-on experience in a critical environment
Continuous training and career development opportunities
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
skills
building maintenance,commercial,electrical maintenance,emergency lighting,ppm,reactive maintenance
Reference: PR-1536360 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 12 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad
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