Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2308-258501-3

Date posted: 26/03/2026

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Data Centre Technician – Mission-Critical Infrastructure

Docklands, London Full-Time | Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits + Training & Development

Overview We are seeking a skilled and proactive Data Centre Technician to join our Operations team in Docklands, London.
This hands-on role is based in a high-availability, mission-critical data centre, providing exposure to advanced infrastructure, complex building systems, and critical plant equipment.

The ideal candidate is technically qualified, solutions-focused, and thrives in high-responsibility environments. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining uptime, operational resilience, and uninterrupted critical services.

Key Responsibilities Operations & Incident Response

• Respond promptly to critical alarms and system alerts
• Liaise with the Client Service Desk and provide timely updates
• Monitor environmental control systems to maintain temperature, humidity, and operational tolerances
• Execute change control procedures, ensuring accurate documentation
• Support site and client management during emergencies, incidents, and operational drills
• Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis across electrical, mechanical, and plant systems
• Safely perform start-up, shutdown, and switching operations on UPS, generators, HVAC, and other critical plant

Maintenance & Optimisation

• Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance to SLA standards
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, reliability, and system performance
• Conduct technical audits to verify asset compliance, performance, and reliability
• Support BMS calibration and EMS monitoring for accurate system data

Documentation & Compliance

• Administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system for safe maintenance and contractor activity
• Review RAMS and access permits to mitigate operational risk
• Maintain and follow site-specific SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs
• Record operational and maintenance activities within CMMS and ticketing systems
• Produce technical reports covering UPS performance, battery condition, and asset health

Teamwork & Development

• Collaborate with the Technical Manager, engineering teams, and shift colleagues
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior technicians and apprentices
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely issue resolution

Skills & Qualifications Essential

• Completed electrical apprenticeship or equivalent recognised technical qualification
• Experience in data centres, building services, or mission-critical facilities
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, fault-finding, and maintenance practices
• Experience with BMS, EMS, and critical infrastructure systems
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and able to work independently under pressure
• Commitment to health & safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence

Desirable

• Knowledge of cGxP-controlled environments

Why Join Us?

• Work in a high-performing operations team supporting mission-critical infrastructure
• Gain exposure to advanced systems and complex building services
• Access structured training and professional development
• Enjoy clear career progression pathways
• Thrive in a technically challenging, high-impact environment where reliability and precision are critical

Mohammed Siddique

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