Shift Lead Engineer at Datacentre – Watford – Electrical Engineer
Shift Lead Engineer at Datacentre – Watford – Electrical Engineer
Data Centres
-Watford, South East
-£51,000 - £55,000 per annum
Consultant name: Bryan Solarte
Call for more information on this position: 02038158500
Job reference: 000000000094419-1
Date posted: 25/06/2025
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Job Title: Shift Lead (Electrically Biased)
Location: Watford
Salary: £51,000 – £55,000 (inclusive of shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift – 4 days on, 6 days off, 4 nights on, 4 days off, 6 days on (3 days/3 nights). Minimum of 2 weekends off per month.
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and electrically biased Shift Lead to join our team at the CapitaLand Data Centre in Watford. This is a hands-on, client-facing role suited to a professional with strong technical capabilities and a solid background in critical environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee daily operations within the data centre environment
- Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems
- Ensure the site remains compliant with all relevant health and safety standards
- Respond to and resolve technical issues and emergency situations
- Supervise and support on-site engineers and contractors
- Participate in and support HV switching operations (training available if not already qualified)
- Support the Account Manager with reporting and technical documentation
Requirements:
- Essential:
- Proven experience in a data centre or other critical environment
- Electrically biased with relevant qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of building services and systems (UPS, HVAC, fire suppression, generators)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to remain calm under pressure
- Desirable:
- High Voltage (HV) qualification (preferred but not essential – training will be provided post-probation)
- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with shift allowance included
- Generous overtime rates: x1.5 standard, x2 on Sundays and Bank Holidays
- No call-out requirement
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for upskilling (including HV training)
- Structured interview process with a technical focus to ensure the right fit
Interview Process:
- 1st Stage: Microsoft Teams interview – introduction and initial technical questions
- 2nd Stage: In-person technical interview – in-depth technical scenarios and discussion
If you’re ready to take the next step in your data centre career and thrive in a critical, high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Bryan Solarte