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: 28/01/2026
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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 are seeking a skilled and motivated Shift Engineer to join a forward-thinking team supporting a high-availability data centre environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge infrastructure while building a clear, long-term engineering career.
You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems that support 24/7 critical operations.
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 tasks
- Carry out authorised high- and low-voltage switching in line with Safe Systems of Work
- Supervise subcontractors, ensuring full compliance with health & safety and operational standards
- Monitor systems and manage faults using BMS, PMS, and CMS platforms
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 but 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
- Develop 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