Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2211-254001

Date posted: 01/05/2026

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Overview We are recruiting a Data Centre Shift Technician / Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a growing team within a state-of-the-art, mission-critical data centre.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a high-growth, future-proof sector, offering strong earning potential, structured progression, and exposure to advanced infrastructure.
You will play a key role in maintaining 100% uptime, operational resilience, and statutory compliance across all electrical and mechanical systems, working within a 24/7 critical environment.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Maintenance

• Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems
• Monitor and operate BMS, PMS, and CMS systems to ensure continuous system availability
• Respond to alarms, faults, and emergency callouts, carrying out fault finding and repairs
• Maintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in line with L8 / water hygiene regulations
• Supervise subcontractors, ensuring compliance with RAMS, PTW, and site procedures
• Manage and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
• Ensure all activities meet statutory, contractual, and Health & Safety requirements

Technical Oversight & Commissioning

• Oversee M&E contractors, ensuring compliance with SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs
• Support commissioning, testing, and handover of new infrastructure and upgrades
• Assist in managing P1, P2, and P3 incidents alongside Shift Managers and Data Centre leadership

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate site logbooks, asset registers, and compliance records
• Prepare, review, and approve RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments and promote best practice in Health & Safety
• Accurately complete CAFM / CMMS task sheets and maintenance reports

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key point of contact for client representatives and stakeholders
• Attend operational meetings and support service delivery requirements
• Deliver detailed shift handovers, including plant status, risks, and ongoing works
• Work closely with Shift Teams and Data Centre Management to ensure seamless operations

Technical Scope Hands-on experience and fault finding across:
Electrical Systems

• Single and three-phase systems
• UPS systems and standby generators
• Control panels and switchgear

HVAC & Mechanical Systems

• Air Handling Units (AHUs)
• Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
• Chillers, split systems, and VSDs (Variable Speed Drives)

Fire & Life Safety

• Fire detection and suppression systems

Water Systems

• Open and closed chilled water systems

Incident Management

• Respond to and support unplanned faults and emergency incidents within a live data centre
• Ensure rapid escalation, communication, and resolution of critical issues

Skills & Experience Essential

• Proven experience in a data centre or critical environment (e.g. finance, healthcare, infrastructure)
• Strong hands-on experience with UPS systems, generators, HVAC plant, and BMS platforms
• Ability to manage real-time faults and incidents in live environments
• Experience coordinating maintenance and operational activities

Qualifications:

• City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical or Building Services
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Emergency First Aid at Work

Desirable

• HV Authorised Person (AP) status
• PASMA, IPAF, Confined Space, Manual Handling certifications
• Experience in high-availability / mission-critical environments

Candidate Profile

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Calm, professional, and decisive under pressure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Proactive, safety-first mindset
• IT literate with experience using CAFM / CMMS systems
• Reliable, self-motivated, and adaptable to shift work and overtime
• Comfortable working at height and using access equipment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain BPSS or SC security clearance
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and compliance

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £48,000 – £52,000
• 10% annual performance bonus
• Private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Daily meal allowance
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Overtime opportunities

Why this version performs better

• Strong keyword optimisation: “Data Centre”, “Shift Technician”, “Electrical Bias”, “UPS”, “HVAC”, “BMS”, “PPM”, “PTW”, “CAFM”
• Clean, structured layout for ATS systems and recruiter scanning
• Balanced focus on technical skills, compliance, and career progression
• Designed to attract both experienced data centre engineers and those transitioning from FM/building services

Mohammed Siddique

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