Shift Engineer Data Centre

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Shift Engineer Data Centre

Technical

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London, South East

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£55,000 - £55,000 per annum

Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2110-246286-9

Date posted: 20/04/2026

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About Us Join a dynamic and growing organisation in North West London, at the forefront of the Data Centre and Critical Engineering sector. We are committed to building a positive, high-performance culture that values work-life balance, continuous training, and professional development for our engineering teams.

Our client specialises in the design, construction, and operation of “white label” data centres, supporting global clients across IT services, telecommunications, and financial services. As a privately owned business, we operate with strong core values centred on integrity, fairness, service excellence, and adherence to global best practices.

If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking organisation that supports career growth, innovation, and technical excellence, this is an excellent opportunity.

Job Overview – Data Centre Shift Leader / Shift Engineer As a Data Centre Shift Leader / Shift Engineer, you will play a critical role in maintaining uptime, resilience, and operational reliability within a mission-critical environment.

You will be responsible for overseeing electrical and mechanical maintenance activities, ensuring all works are delivered in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), compliance standards, and operational procedures.

Key Responsibilities Operations & Maintenance

  • Operate and maintain electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems within a strict change management framework to support 100% uptime
  • Monitor, control, and troubleshoot critical plant and infrastructure systems
  • Manage incidents, problems, change requests, and escalations through to resolution
  • Oversee operation of key systems including:
    • HV/LV electrical distribution
    • UPS systems and generators
    • HVAC and cooling systems
    • Fire detection and suppression systems
    • Water treatment and associated plant

Systems & Monitoring

  • Utilise BMS, PMS, and CMS systems to monitor and optimise site performance
  • Ensure accurate system data and operational reporting
  • Proactively identify risks and opportunities for performance improvement

PPM & Contractor Management

  • Plan and deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules
  • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors
  • Ensure all works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard

Requirements Essential

  • Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
  • Strong experience in:
    • Electrical systems (LV/MV) fault finding and repair
    • Mechanical / HVAC systems maintenance
  • Experience working in critical environments, data centres, or building services
  • Solid understanding of safe systems of work and electrical regulations
  • Proven ability in troubleshooting and fault diagnosis

Desirable

  • HND / HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • Background in a Data Centre or mission-critical environment
  • Recognised electrical or mechanical certifications
  • Ex-Forces engineering background
  • Experience with medium voltage systems

Candidate Profile

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Good understanding of change management processes
  • Experience working with service desk / ticketing systems
  • Ability to follow technical procedures and documentation
  • Strong decision-making and organisational skills
  • Effective team player with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines
  • Working knowledge of BMS and CAFM / PPM systems

Mohammed Siddique

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