HVAP Shift Lead in London)

Company: PRS Recruitment Services
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Title: HVAP Shift Lead – Critical Environment

Location: City of London

Shift Pattern: Continental Shift (Days & Nights)

Salary: Up to £60k + Shift Allowance

The Opportunity

A leading Facilities Management provider is seeking an experienced HVAP Electrical Shift Lead to take a key position at a large, high‑profile banking site in the City of London.

This is a critical environment where uptime is non‑negotiable. The successful candidate will lead from the front on shift, overseeing electrical operations and ensuring all systems perform reliably under constant demand. It’s a role that combines technical authority, leadership, and accountability. This isn’t just another shift role, it offers the chance to work on serious infrastructure, in a setting where standards are high and expectations are clear.

What Sets This Role Apart

  • A flagship banking site with complex, high‑value infrastructure
  • Clear shift leadership responsibility, not just task‑based work
  • Exposure to critical power systems, including HV/LV distribution
  • A well‑structured team with defined processes and strong support
  • A role where decision‑making and ownership are genuinely valued

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the lead engineer on shift, overseeing all electrical operations
  • Operate as the site’s HV Authorised Person (HVAP), ensuring safe control of HV systems
  • Carry out and supervise planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
  • Manage and respond to critical incidents, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
  • Monitor and maintain HV/LV systems, UPS, generators, switchgear, and associated plant
  • Ensure all works are completed in line with safe systems of work and permit procedures
  • Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers on shift
  • Maintain accurate shift logs, reports, and compliance records
  • Liaise with management, clients, and subcontractors where required

The Ideal Candidate

The organisation is looking for a confident and experienced electrical engineer who is comfortable taking the lead in a critical environment. The right candidate will combine strong technical knowledge with a calm, methodical approach.

Essential

  • Recognised electrical qualification (NVQ / C&G Level 3 or equivalent)
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Proven experience operating as an HV Authorised Person (HVAP)
  • Strong background in critical environments (banking, data centres, etc.)
  • Experience working within a shift environment
  • Excellent fault‑finding and decision‑making skills

Desirable

  • Previous experience as a Shift Lead or Supervisor
  • Familiarity with BMS and control systems
  • Experience managing or mentoring engineers on shift

What’s On Offer

  • Highly competitive salary with shift allowance
  • Regular overtime opportunities
  • Long‑term, stable contract within a flagship site
  • Exposure to high‑end critical infrastructure
  • Structured environment with clear procedures and standards
  • Opportunity to step into a leadership role with real responsibility

This is a role for engineers who want to operate at a higher level. It offers responsibility, technical challenge, and the chance to lead within a critical banking environment.

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Posted: May 1st, 2026