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

Electrical Shift Engineer

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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