Data Centre Shift Engineer

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Data Centre Shift Engineer

Commercial

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Peterborough, East Anglia

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£53,000 - £53,000 per annum

Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: 000000000085886

Date posted: 18/02/2026

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Build a Future-Proof Career

Join a fast-growing, recession-resistant sector supporting mission-critical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to work in data centres and critical environments with a high-performing engineering team in Cambridge. The role offers long-term job security, structured development pathways, and full training, ideal for ambitious engineers looking to establish or accelerate their career.

Role Overview

As a Data Centre / Critical Site Engineer, you will maintain highly resilient systems where uptime is essential. Working in a professional, safety-focused environment, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to critical power and infrastructure systems, supported by an experienced engineering and management team.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive works in line with agreed schedules.

Complete all maintenance tasks to a high technical and professional standard.

Produce clear, accurate technical reports and documentation.

Use company systems to ensure contractual compliance and accurate record-keeping.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and clients.

Provide first-line out-of-hours call-out support when required.

Escalate site incidents promptly and professionally.

Supervise subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely and efficiently.

Support management with quotations for additional or remedial works.

Attend team meetings, briefings, and training sessions.

Submit accurate weekly timesheets.

Maintain strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Authorisations

Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical qualifications

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

HVAP and/or LVAP authorisation

Skills & Attributes

Proactive, reliable, and detail-focused approach

Strong interest in critical environments and long-term career development

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Join?

Work in a secure, essential, and recession-proof sector

Gain valuable experience in data centres and critical infrastructure

Benefit from structured training and clear progression opportunities

Join a supportive, professional team where development and safety come first

Take the next step in your career and build long-term expertise in critical engineering within a high-growth, mission-critical industry.
Mohammed Siddique

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