Consultant name: Mohammed Siddique

Call for more information on this position: 0203 974 4381

Job reference: JO-2308-258501-3

Date posted: 22/05/2026

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ata Centre Technician (Critical Infrastructure / M&E)

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

Data Centre Technician Jobs in London – Critical Infrastructure & M&E Engineering We are seeking a skilled Data Centre Technician to join a high-performing engineering team within a mission-critical data centre environment in Docklands, London.

This is a hands-on Electrical & Mechanical (M&E) role, ideally suited to candidates with experience in data centres, critical environments, facilities management, or building services engineering.

You will play a key role in maintaining uptime, resilience, and operational performance across critical infrastructure systems including UPS, generators, HVAC, and BMS-controlled environments.

Key Responsibilities Operations & Incident Response

• Respond to critical alarms, faults, and system alerts within a live data centre environment
• Monitor environmental conditions including temperature and humidity to maintain optimal system performance
• Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across electrical and mechanical systems
• Perform switching operations, start-up, and shutdown procedures on critical plant including UPS systems, generators, and HVAC infrastructure
• Follow approved change control processes including SOPs, MOPs, and EOPs
• Support incident management, emergency response activities, and client communication
• Ensure operational uptime and resilience across all critical infrastructure systems

Maintenance & Reliability

• Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance in line with SLA requirements
• Maintain and optimise critical infrastructure systems to maximise reliability and operational efficiency
• Monitor and respond to alarms via BMS (Building Management Systems) and EMS platforms
• Conduct technical inspections, audits, and compliance checks
• Support continuous improvement and energy efficiency initiatives across site operations
• Assist with plant performance analysis and maintenance planning

Compliance, Documentation & Safety

• Operate within a strict Permit to Work (PTW) system
• Review RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) prior to works commencing
• Accurately record maintenance activities within CMMS / CAFM systems
• Produce technical reports relating to asset performance and critical plant operation
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, statutory requirements, and safe systems of work
• Follow site operational procedures and engineering compliance standards

Team Collaboration & Engineering Support

• Work closely with Technical Managers, Shift Teams, and engineering colleagues
• Support and mentor junior engineers and apprentices where required
• Coordinate effectively with vendors, subcontractors, and key stakeholders
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and teamwork
• Support engineering best practice across all site operations

Skills & Experience Required Essential

• Electrical apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent engineering qualification
• Experience within data centres, mission-critical environments, facilities management, or building services
• Strong technical knowledge of:
  • Electrical systems (LV/HV)
  • UPS systems and standby generators
  • HVAC and cooling infrastructure (CRAC/CRAH experience preferred)
  • Mechanical and building services systems
• Experience working with BMS / EMS monitoring systems
• Proven fault finding and maintenance experience across critical infrastructure
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures and compliance standards
• Ability to work independently and perform effectively under pressure within a live operational environment

Desirable

• Previous experience within mission-critical or high-availability environments
• Understanding of data centre operations and uptime requirements
• Familiarity with regulated or cGxP-controlled environments
• Experience using CMMS / CAFM systems and maintenance reporting tools
• HV/LV switching experience or Authorised Person (AP) training
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and reliability improvement initiatives

Why Join Us?

• Work within a state-of-the-art data centre supporting critical infrastructure operations
• Gain exposure to advanced electrical and mechanical systems within a mission-critical environment
• Access structured training, certifications, and clear career progression opportunities
• Join a collaborative and high-performing engineering team
• Be part of an environment focused on reliability, technical excellence, and operational precision
• Develop specialist skills within one of the fastest-growing engineering sectors globally

What Makes This Role Stand Out

• Strong alignment with data centre and critical facilities market requirements
• High ATS and job board optimisation for recruiter visibility
• Appeals to candidates from facilities management, building services, and mission-critical engineering backgrounds
• Balanced focus on hands-on engineering, operational reliability, and career progression

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