Critical Shift Manager Jobs

Powering the Digital Backbone: Your Expertise in Action

In the fast-paced world of data centres, the role of a Critical Shift Manager stands as the linchpin between operational excellence and potential disaster. At PRS UK, we understand that your expertise in building services, engineering and maintenance isn't just valuable - it's essential to keeping the digital world turning.

Available Opportunities

PRS has a wide range of Critical Shift Manager Jobs, which are listed below. Our current openings span various Tier levels, from edge facilities to hyperscale environments, with roles focusing on different aspects of critical infrastructure management.

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Ready to find your next challenge in a role that genuinely values your specialist knowledge? Search our latest Critical Shift Manager Jobs today. Remember, you can always sign up for job alerts and get the latest Critical Shift Manager Jobs sent straight to your inbox.

The Role Behind the Servers

As a Critical Shift Manager in a data centre environment, you're more than just a supervisor. You're the strategic mind that anticipates challenges before they arise, the technical expert who understands complex cooling systems and power distribution, and the leader who keeps a team focused during those crucial moments when milliseconds matter.

Your responsibility extends across the facility - from maintaining optimal environmental conditions to ensuring backup systems are primed to respond instantly. You know that in this industry, downtime isn't just inconvenient; it's catastrophic.

Why Critical Shift Management Demands Specialists

The modern data centre represents one of the most complex building management challenges. With mission-critical systems requiring 24/7/365 upkeep, your role involves:

  • Overseeing mechanical and electrical engineering systems that cannot fail
  • Managing preventative maintenance programmes while maintaining uptime
  • Coordinating emergency responses with precision when incidents occur
  • Balancing energy efficiency with absolute reliability
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and security protocols are followed meticulously

The Challenges You Face Daily

We've spoken with countless Critical Shift Managers who describe the unique pressure of knowing that a single decision could impact services for millions of users. You may recognise these common pain points:

  • The constant balancing act between scheduled maintenance and operational demands
  • The challenge of finding engineering talent that genuinely understands critical environments
  • Keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology while maintaining legacy systems
  • Navigating the increasing demands for energy efficiency without compromising reliability
  • Managing stakeholder expectations during incidents while leading technical responses

How PRS UK Supports Your Career Journey

With our deep understanding of the data centre landscape, we don't just match CVs to job descriptions. We connect specialists like you with environments where your expertise will be truly valued.

Our recruitment consultants specialise exclusively in the critical environments sector, meaning they speak your language and understand the difference between standard facilities management and true critical environment expertise.

Your Expertise is Critical. So is Finding the Right Role.

Don't settle for positions that undervalue your specialist skills. Connect with PRS UK today, where we understand that finding the right Critical Shift Manager doesn't just fill a vacancy - it ensures the digital infrastructure we depend on remains reliable, secure and efficient.

    Contract Manager

    Management

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    Crewe, North West

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    £48,000 - £53,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for an experienced Electrical or HVAC Contract Manager to join a successful maintenance and facilities management team in providing oversight and management of multi site estates and...

    Mechanical Shift Engineer – Fenchurch Street – £50,000

    Technical

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    Fenchurch Street, South East

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    £47,000 - £47,000 per annum

    Mechanical Shift Engineer – City of London – £50,000 + OvertimeLocation: Fenchurch Street, City of LondonSalary: £50,000 + Generous OvertimeShift Pattern: 4 on, 4 off (Day & Night Shifts, 7 AM - 7...

    Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer – Green Park – £50,000

    Technical

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    Green Park, South East

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    £50,000 - £50,000 per annum

    Electrical Shift Maintenance Engineer - Green Park - £50,000Location: Green ParkSalary: £50,000Hours - Continental Shift PatternWe are currently recruiting a M&E Shift Maintenance Technician to jo...

    Shift Electrician

    Technical

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    Kirkcaldy, Scotland

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    £39,534 - £39,534 per annum

    We are looking for a Shift Maintenance Electrician to join a maintenance team on a large scale estate in the Kirkcaldy area on a permanent basis. Salary 39,534 (including shift allowance) plus on call...

    Building Maintenance Operative

    Technical

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    Warrington, North West

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    £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for a Building Maintenance Operative / Engineer to cover PPM and reactive maintenance on a mobile basis in the Warrington, Wigan, Cheshire areas. The maintenance operative/engineer w...

    Building Maintenance Operative

    Technical

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    Crewe, North West

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    £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for a Building Maintenance Operative / Engineer to cover PPM and reactive maintenance on a mobile basis in the East Cheshire, Crewe and Stoke area. The maintenance operative/engineer...

    Construction Director

    Data Centres

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    Helsinki,

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    £0 - £0 per annum

    Construction Director Location: FinlandType: Permanent Sector: Construction, Complex Projects, Data CentreEU Passport holders  Looking for a Construction Director that oversees the end-to-end construc...

    OSM Package Manager

    Data Centres

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    Helsinki,

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    £0 - £0 per annum

    OSM Package Manager Location: Finland Type: PermanentSector: Construction We have an exciting opportunity for an on-site manufacturing package manager, responsible for managing specific work packages...

    Administrator – Glasgow

    Commercial

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    Glasgow, Scotland

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    Our client is looking for an xperienced Helpdesk Administrator to provide support to the back office for a busy Building Services company in the Glasgow area. This is a temporary contract role that ru...

    Project Engineer

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Kidderminster, West Midlands

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    £47,000 - £50,500 per annum

    Position: Project Design EngineerContract: Full Time, PermanentLocation: WorcestershireSalary: up to £50,500 (depending on experience) plus performance bonus (paid twice yearly in June & December...

    Data Centre M&E Shift Leader

    Data Centres

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    Welwyn Garden City, South East

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    £55,000 - £56,000 per annum

    Data Centre M&E Shift Leader£54-56,000 SalaryHertfordshireContinental Shift PatternFM Service ProviderPension OvertimeTrainingOur customer are a well established M&E service provider in the UK...

    Concierge – Liverpool

    Facilities

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    Liverpool, North West

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    PRS are seeking to recruit for a Concierge / Front of House Assistant based in Liverpool.  The job role is temporary running to 30th June 2025, based on working Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm, Paying £13....

    Commis Chef

    Hospitality

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    Porthcawl, Wales

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    Temporary Commis Chef / CDP Wanted – School Kitchen Cover (Porthcawl, Wales)] We are currently looking for a Commis Chef or Chef de Partie (CDP) to provide cover in a school kitchen based in Porthcawl...

    Facilities Manager

    Management

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    Tutbury, West Midlands

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    £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

    Facilities ManagerTutbury£40 - £45,000 per annumWe are recruiting for a Facilities Manager to Oversee the 24/7 Integrated Facilities management operation which includes, catering, office/industrial, s...

    Contract Maintenance Manager

    Technical

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    Manchester, North West

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    £51,000 - £52,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for a Building Services / M&E experienced Contract Manager to oversee a facilities management contract across several sites in the Greater Manchester area.The Contract Manager sh...

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