Multi Skilled Engineer - Electrical/Mechanical

  • MCG Construction
  • 13/02/2026
Seasonal Construction

Job Description

Multi Skilled-Shift Engineer Electrical/Mechanical

Salary equivalent of 50,336 + 5k shift allowance for working nights.

23.04 per hour days & 25.37 per hour nights. PAYE rates.

Mainly working 4 on 4 off continental shift patterns of days and nights (12hr days). Shift times are 6:30-18:30 & 18:30-6:30.

Temp to perm opportunity.

Essential Technical Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a technical engineering role within a commercial building, critical environment, data centre, or high end corporate site
  • Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background (multi skilled preferred)
  • Confident carrying out PPM and reactive tasks on critical systems under time pressure
  • Experience working on shift in 24/7 environments

Competent with the following systems:

  • HVAC (AHUs, FCUs, ventilation systems)
  • Electrical distribution, lighting, and power
  • Pumps, motors, BMS controls, basic fault finding
  • Plumbing and general M&E plant
  • Ability to manage and prioritise alarms, callouts, and critical incidents
  • Comfortable coordinating with contractors and maintaining safe working procedures

Certifications Required:

  • Level 2 or 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • 18th Edition (for electrically biased engineers)
  • City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent trade certification
  • Right to Work documentation
  • CSCS/ECS card

Shift Pattern & Expectations:

  • Continental shift pattern (details can be provided but usually 12 hour days/nights)
  • Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
  • Confident in client facing situations, maintaining a high level of professionalism
  • Ability to provide clear handovers between shifts

Soft Skills & Behaviours:

  • Calm under pressure
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Good communication with the wider engineering team and site management
  • Safety focused mindset with strong compliance awareness

Role Details:

  • Immediate start preferred
  • Temporary (could be full time following a trial period), on-site role
  • Uniform and PPE provided if required