Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

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Job reference: JO-2308-258501-1

Date posted: 23/04/2026

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Shift Engineer – Data Centre / Critical Facilities (Electrical / Mechanical) 📍 London | 🕒 Continental Shift Pattern (Days & Nights) | 💼 Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Competitive Salary + Shift Allowance + Overtime + Training & Development
Overview We are recruiting a Shift Engineer / Data Centre Engineer / Critical Facilities Engineer to join a high-performing team within a mission-critical data centre in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with experience in electrical, mechanical, or HVAC systems to build a long-term career in a high-growth, resilient sector. You will play a key role in maintaining uptime, reliability, and operational performance across critical infrastructure within a 24/7 environment.
Role Overview As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical building services systems within a live data centre.
You will gain hands-on experience with:

• LV/MV electrical distribution systems
• UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems
• Standby generators
• HVAC and cooling systems (CRAC/CRAH)
• Mechanical plant and associated infrastructure
• BMS / PMS / CMS monitoring systems

This is a safety-critical role, requiring strong technical ability, attention to detail, and the ability to respond quickly to faults and system alarms.
Key Responsibilities Operations & System Management

• Operate and monitor critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure
• Carry out HV/LV switching operations in line with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
• Monitor site performance via BMS, PMS, and CMS systems
• Act as first responder to alarms and faults, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution

Maintenance & Fault Finding

• Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
• Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs across M&E systems
• Support system reliability and continuous improvement initiatives

Compliance & Contractor Management

• Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) standards
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, logs, and incident reports
• Adhere to statutory regulations, site procedures, and operational standards

Skills & Experience Essential

• Engineering apprenticeship, NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent qualification
• Experience in building services, facilities management, or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Electrical systems (LV/MV)
  • Mechanical plant and HVAC systems
• Proven fault finding and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work effectively within a shift-based, 24/7 environment

Desirable

• Experience in data centres or mission-critical environments
• HV/LV Authorised Person (AP) status or working towards
• Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, and critical power infrastructure
• Relevant certifications (NCC, REC, or equivalent)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + shift allowance + overtime opportunities
• Clear career progression into roles such as:
  • Senior Engineer
  • Authorised Person (AP)
  • Data Centre Specialist
• Ongoing training and technical development
• Opportunity to work within a recession-resilient, high-demand industry
• Exposure to advanced, mission-critical infrastructure
• Supportive, safety-first and high-performance team environment

Why this version performs better

• Strong keyword optimisation: “Data Centre”, “Critical Facilities”, “Shift Engineer”, “HV/LV”, “UPS”, “HVAC”, “BMS”, “PPM”
• Clean structure for ATS systems and recruiter readability
• Targets both FM engineers transitioning into data centres and experienced DC engineers
• Clear career progression messaging to improve application rates

Mohammed Siddique

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