Lead Engineer in Cambridge

Job Description

Lead Engineer | £250 per Day Umbrella PAYE | Mobile Role | Government Sites Contract Opportunity

Location: Cambridge or KentWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Lead engineer to join a long-term contract delivering maintenance and compliance services across multiple government sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled electrical professional with strong supervisory experience to work on a mobile basis, supporting critical infrastructure and ensuring high standards of delivery.

Key Job Details £200 - 250 per day (Umbrella)Contract Length:6 months initial (ongoing potential)Start Date: ImmediateLocation: Mobile (MOJ & Home Office sites) - Cambridge or KentWorking Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pmLead Engineer Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical works
• Carry out fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs on electrical systems and plant
• Supervise and support electrical teams across multiple sites
• Install and commission electrical plant and equipment
• Ensure all works meet industry standards and compliance requirements
• Maintain asset records and provide condition updates
• Liaise with engineering teams to ensure efficient service delivery
• Identify additional works and prepare cost estimates

Compliance & Supervisory Duties

• Perform quality audits (QS duties) on both in-house and subcontractor works
• Ensure all electrical installations comply with current regulations

Key Requirements To be considered for this Senior Electrical Supervisor role, you must have:

• ECS Gold Card (Essential)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• AM1 & AM2 qualifications
• 2391 Test & Inspection certification
• 5-10+ years' electrical experience

Desirable Qualifications

• NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor (QS) experience
• Authorised Person (Low Voltage)

Why Apply?

• Long-term contract with extension potential
• Work across high-profile government projects
• Opportunity to take a lead supervisory role
• Diverse, multi-site working environment

Apply NowIf you are a Senior Electrical Supervisor looking for your next contract role, apply today with your CV to be considered.

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