Critical M & E Shift Engineer (Days & Nights 12 Hour Shift Pattern)
Critical M & E Shift Engineer (Days & Nights 12 Hour Shift Pattern)
Data Centres
-West Central London, South East
-£55,000 - £55,000 per annum
Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique
Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381
Job reference: JO-2308-258501-1
Date posted: 27/01/2026
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Shift Engineer – Critical Facilities / Data Centre
London
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Structured career progression, ongoing training & development
Step into the world of mission-critical engineering. We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Shift Engineer to join a forward-thinking team supporting a high-availability data centre environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge infrastructure while building a clear and rewarding engineering career.
You’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems that keep critical operations running 24/7.
Key Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and maintain LV/MV electrical systems, mechanical plant, HVAC, UPS, and generators
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve faults to maintain maximum system uptime
Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance works
Carry out authorised high and low voltage switching in accordance with Safe Systems of Work
Supervise subcontractors, ensuring full compliance with H&S and operational standards
Use BMS, PMS, and CMS systems for monitoring, reporting, and fault management
️ What We’re Looking For
Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification
Proven experience in critical facilities, data centres, or other high-pressure environments
Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building services
Confident problem-solver with strong communication and teamwork skills
NCC, REC, or equivalent certifications (desirable, not essential)
⭐ Why Join?
Work on business-critical infrastructure and intelligent building systems
Access structured training, development, and progression pathways
Join a collaborative, professional engineering team
Grow your expertise in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment
Take the next step in your engineering career and join a team that sets the benchmark for technical excellence and operational reliability.
Mohammed Siddique