Lead Engineer in Cambridge

Job Description

Lead Engineer | £250 per Day Umbrella PAYE | Mobile Role | Government Sites Contract OpportunityLocation: 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 ResponsibilitiesDeliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive electrical worksCarry out fault-finding, diagnostics and repairs on electrical systems and plantSupervise and support electrical teams across multiple sitesInstall and commission electrical plant and equipmentEnsure all works meet industry standards and compliance requirementsMaintain asset records and provide condition updatesLiaise with engineering teams to ensure efficient service deliveryIdentify additional works and prepare cost estimatesCompliance & Supervisory DutiesPerform quality audits (QS duties) on both in-house and subcontractor worksEnsure all electrical installations comply with current regulationsKey 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 qualifications2391 Test & Inspection certification5-10+ years' electrical experienceDesirable QualificationsNICEIC Qualifying Supervisor (QS) experienceAuthorised Person (Low Voltage)Why Apply?Long-term contract with extension potentialWork across high-profile government projectsOpportunity to take a lead supervisory roleDiverse, multi-site working environmentApply Now If you are a Senior Electrical Supervisor looking for your next contract role, apply today with your CV to be considered.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ