M & E Shift Technician

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M & E Shift Technician

Data Centres

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Greater London, South East

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£52,000 - £52,000 per annum

Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2211-254001

Date posted: 13/02/2026

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Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Data Centre Shift Technician / Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join an expanding team within a state-of-the-art Data Centre environment. This role offers long-term stability, excellent earning potential, and clear career progression within a future-proof and rapidly growing industry.

You will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and resilience of all critical infrastructure systems, working alongside experienced engineers to ensure 100% uptime and compliance with stringent SLA and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Maintenance

  • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across all critical systems, including electrical, HVAC, and mechanical infrastructure
  • Monitor, operate, and fault-find BMS, PMS, and CMS systems to ensure continuous site availability
  • Respond to BMS alarms and carry out emergency repairs as required
  • Maintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in compliance with L8 / water hygiene standards
  • Supervise subcontractors, ensuring adherence to site procedures, RAMS, and contractual obligations
  • Manage and enforce Permit to Work systems
  • Ensure all works meet statutory, safety, and contractual requirements

Technical Oversight & Commissioning

  • Oversee M&E contractors delivering electrical and HVAC services in line with MOP / SOP / EOP procedures
  • Support commissioning, witnessing, and handover of new infrastructure and upgrades
  • Coordinate and support P1 / P2 / P3 incidents in collaboration with Shift Managers and the Data Centre Manager

Compliance & Documentation

  • Maintain site logbooks and statutory compliance records
  • Conduct dynamic risk assessments and enforce health & safety best practices
  • Prepare, review, and approve Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS)
  • Ensure accurate completion of maintenance documentation and REALM task sheets

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a key point of contact for client services and attend planning and operational meetings
  • Work closely with the Data Centre Manager and shift teams to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Deliver clear and structured shift handovers using logs, emails, and status boards

Technical Responsibilities

  • Electrical Systems: Single and three-phase systems, UPS, generators, control panels, and switchgear
  • HVAC Systems: AHUs, FCUs, split systems, chillers, variable speed drives
  • Fire & Life Safety: Fire detection and suppression systems
  • Water Systems: Open and closed chilled water systems
  • Incident Management: Support unplanned faults and emergency situations on site

Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential Experience

  • Proven experience working in a critical environment (data centres, financial institutions, or similar)
  • Strong hands-on expertise with UPS, generators, HVAC, and BMS systems
  • Experience managing real-time incidents and fault conditions
  • Ability to coordinate complex maintenance and operational activities

Qualifications

  • City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Services or Maintenance
  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
  • Emergency First Aid at Work
  • HV Authorised Person (desirable)
  • Confined Space, Manual Handling (advantageous)
  • PASMA & IPAF (preferred)

Skills & Attributes

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong problem-solving ability and calm decision-making under pressure
  • Competent in preparing RAMS and conducting dynamic risk assessments
  • IT literate with experience using CAFM systems
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or within a team
  • Flexible with shift work and available for overtime
  • Comfortable working at height and using vertical access equipment

Additional Requirements

  • Security clearance (BPSS / SC) may be required or obtained
  • High standards of integrity and professionalism

Key Benefits

  • Competitive salary £48,000 – £52,000 (DOE)
  • 10% annual bonus (paid April/May)
  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days annual leave
  • Free on-site parking
  • Daily meal allowance
  • Life assurance and pension scheme
  • Overtime opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly resilient data centre operation, offering strong financial rewards, technical challenge, and long-term career development.
Mohammed Siddique

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