Electrical Shift Engineer
2 days ago
London
Data Centre Technician (Critical Infrastructure / M&E) Docklands, London Full-Time | Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits + Training & Career Development Overview We are seeking a 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 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 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 Team Collaboration & Development • 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 Skills & Experience 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), • 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 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 Why This Version Performs Better • Strong ATS and job board keyword optimisation: Data Centre, Critical Infrastructure, M&E, UPS, HVAC, BMS, PPM, CMMS - Clean, recruiter-friendly structure for improved readability - Enhanced visibility in search rankings and recruiter searches - Written to appeal to candidates from both facilities management and mission-critical engineering backgrounds