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Shift Technician – Critical Facilities / Building Services (Electrical / Mechanical) London | 24/7 Shift Pattern | Full-Time, Permanent Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits + Pension + Training Overview We are recruiting a Shift Technician to join a high-performing engineering team within one of the UK’s most prestigious financial institutions. Operating within a secure, mission-critical environment, you will support the maintenance and operation of a diverse estate including corporate offices, production facilities, and data centres. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-profile organisation focused on resilience, uptime, and operational excellence. The Engineering Team You will be part of a team of 50+ engineers providing 24/7 support across multiple critical sites, including: • Corporate office environments - Operational and production facilities - Data centre infrastructure All sites require highly reliable engineering services to ensure continuous operation and business continuity. Role Overview As a Shift Technician, you will deliver both Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance, ensuring all electrical, mechanical, and critical systems operate safely and efficiently. Working alongside the Shift Leader, OEM contractors, and engineering teams, you will play a key role in maintaining uptime, compliance, and system reliability within a 24/7 critical environment. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Operations • Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) using IWMS / CAFM systems (e.g. Planon) - Respond to reactive maintenance tasks, minimising downtime and disruption - Conduct routine plant inspections and condition monitoring - Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs across M&E systems, • Maintain and troubleshoot:, • HVAC and BMS systems - Electrical systems (LV/HV) - Public health / plumbing systems - Fire detection and life safety systems, • Support statutory inspections, audits, and compliance testing - Provide accurate shift handovers and maintain technical documentation Compliance & Safety • Work closely with OEM contractors and specialist vendors - Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, Safe Systems of Work, and site procedures, • Participate in:, • On-call rota and emergency response - Incident escalation and resolution - Business continuity and resilience planning, • Support training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives - Act as Authorised Person (AP) for LV or mechanical systems (where applicable) Skills & Experience Essential • City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering - Experience in critical environments (data centres, facilities management, or similar), • Strong knowledge of:, • HVAC and BMS systems - Electrical systems (LV/HV) - Public health and life safety systems, • Experience using IWMS / CAFM systems (ideally Planon) - Understanding of statutory compliance and Safe Systems of Work - Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings and technical schematics Desirable • Previous Authorised Person (AP) experience (LV or HV) - IOSH Managing Safely (or willingness to obtain) - Experience in high-security or regulated environments Candidate Profile • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills - Clear and professional communication skills - Proactive, solutions-focused mindset - High attention to detail and quality of work - Ability to work effectively within a shift-based team - Strong time management and prioritisation skills Additional Requirements • Ability to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance (sponsored) - Flexibility to work a 24/7 shift pattern, including on-call duties Why Join Us? • Work for a prestigious, nationally significant organisation - Be part of a high-performing engineering team supporting critical infrastructure - Gain exposure to complex, multi-site environments, including data centres - Access structured training, development, and career progression - Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and long-term job security Why this version performs better • Strong keyword optimisation: “Shift Technician”, “Critical Facilities”, “HVAC”, “BMS”, “LV/HV”, “PPM”, “CAFM”, “Data Centre” - Clear formatting for ATS systems and recruiter scanning - Balanced focus on technical capability + environment + benefits - Written to attract candidates from both FM and data centre backgrounds

Automation Maintenance Technician Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (rotating early, late & night shifts) Salary: £53,195 per annum + night shift allowance + weekend premiums Total earning potential: Over £58,000 per annum Location: Hounslow About The Role We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineers to join our clients automation team at their state-of-the-art mail centre. You'll help keep their cutting-edge sorting and parcel processing systems running smoothly through planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major national organisation investing heavily in automation and innovation Job Summary As a key member of the engineering team, you'll ensure the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our automated systems through a combination of preventative and reactive maintenance enhancing our mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems Job Responsibilities Performing preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated machinery. Diagnosing faults and identifying root causes to minimise downtime. Carrying out continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability. Supporting Engineering Managers, Team Leaders, and Coaches through maintenance reports, fault logs, and data entry. Collaborating with operations teams to optimise automation outputs and performance. Taking ownership of Continuous Improvement projects from concept to implementation. Working both independently and as part of a team to achieve shared goals.Requirements We're looking for an experienced multi-skilled engineer with: A minimum Level 3 qualification (NVQ/ONC) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Proven experience maintaining automated or mechanical systems in an industrial environment. Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills. A solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A flexible approach to working hours and occasional site travel (full UK driving licence required)What We Offer Competitive base salary Night shift allowance and weekend premiums. 22.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Defined contribution pension scheme. Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth. Be part of one of the UK's most significant automation and engineering transformation projects.How to Apply For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Why work with Proactive? Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role! Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Data Centre Team Leader Position - Full Time, Permanent Location - London Salary - £42,000-£45,000 Job Description Our client is a leading independent technology partner and global integrator with over 30 years of experience. With a team of more than 800 global experts, they specialize in providing end-to-end connectivity solutions—from design and build to deployment and optimization—that propel organizations worldwide. We are seeking a Data Centre Team Leader to manage and support our client’s critical Data Centre cabling infrastructure, server and network hardware environment, and physical security controls. This is a site-based role focused on delivering Moves, Adds, and Changes (MAC) and Business As Usual (BAU) works. The Role Reporting to the Local Data Centre Manager, you will coordinate and manage a team of 4+ local DC Operations Engineers working on a 24/7 rotating shift. You will work closely with the client and Service Delivery Manager to enhance operational systems, processes, and service deliverables. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Coordination: Manage shift activities, mentor new starters, and supervise special projects from design through to handover. Device Provisioning & Change: Oversee rack building, copper/fiber patching, SFP module installations, and complete hardware deployments. Connectivity & Testing: Ensure rigorous connectivity testing and manage change records for all new installs and server moves. Decommissions & Asset Management: Approve physical change records, manage secure equipment removal, and oversee the asset disposal process via ServiceNow. Break/Fix & Monitoring: Respond to incidents, perform daily health checks and walkthroughs, and monitor environment alerts (PDUs, HVACs, RPPs). Inventory & Reporting: Maintain accurate inventories of cabling materials and spares, and provide capacity reporting to the DC Manager. Third-Party Management: Act as a chaperone for vendors, managing access requests via COLO portals and liaising with security teams. What we’re looking for: Experience: Proven background in a banking IT environment and extensive experience in Data Centre MAC environments (IT hardware deployment). Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of structured cabling standards (FTP, UTP, Optical Fiber), fault finding, and testing with Fluke equipment. Process Knowledge: Expert understanding of complex change management, service delivery processes, and asset management systems. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to supervise teams, manage 3rd party providers, and act as a brand ambassador to build strong inter-departmental relationships. Certifications: COMPTIA Server+ and COMPTIA Network+ are essential. Attributes: A self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure while multitasking effectively. Preferred Qualifications: BICSI Technician Training Certified Data Centre Technician Professional (CDCTP®) Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA Data Centre) Certified Data Centre Management Professional (CDCMP®) ITIL® Foundation or Expert If you have the leadership experience and technical expertise required for this role, click apply now to be considered for this position

One of the world’s largest and most respected data centre organisations is seeking a. Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer. Working at a state-of-the‑art data centre near Gatwick, you will support the maintenance and operation of critical infrastructure, ensuring reliability and up

A leading property and real estate services firm is seeking a Data Centre Electrical Shift Technician in London. This role involves the inspection, operation, and maintenance of electrical assets within the Data Centre, ensuring compliance with operational standards.

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced HVAP Technician to maintain a state-of-the-art data centre.

The Data Centre Engineering Operations (DCEO) team is responsible for maintaining the critical infrastructure that supports AWS data centres. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Critical Facilities Technician to join our Data Centre Engineering Operations (DCEO) team. AWS data centres operate 24/

Gain understanding of basic support functions within the Data Centre with a view to progress into other roles within the Data Centre and the wider business. While previous data centre experience is not required, you must have experience working with copper and fibre cabling and be comfortable learni

A leading data centre organization in the Gatwick Area is seeking a Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer.

A leading global real estate services firm is looking for a Shift Technician to join their London-based team. Responsibilities include providing technical support in data center operations, managing installations, and ensuring high service standards.

Our client are a gloibal leader in the Dat Centre market, searching for an experienced Data Centre Shift Technician to join a dedicated on-site engineering team at a high-profile data centre in London. Proven experience in a critical environment such as a data centre, hospital, or financial institut

A leading global provider of integrated facilities management is hiring an HVAC Mechanical Data Centre Technician in London. This role involves performing routine maintenance and emergency repairs in a mission-critical data centre environment.

Data Centre Day/Night Shift Senior Technician. Data Centre Solutions - Critical Environments. The DCS Shift Technician is responsible for liaising with the DCS Shift Leader to ensure delivery of the requests is within the timescales expected.

This role is in support of Data Centre Operations for Proximity Services based in Croydon Data Centre. The Data Centre engineer will be responsible for providing technical assistance and overall support to our customers providing 24/7 365 cover through a 12 hour shift pattern days and nights within

Carry out data centre operations, infrastructure installations and environmental monitoring at a prestigious financial sector data centre. Previous experience in a data centre operations or hands‑on DC technician role. Role: Data Centre Shift Technician.

One of the world’s largest and most respected data centre organisations is seeking a Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join their growing UK team. Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer. Working at a state-of-the‑art data centre near Gatwick, you will support the

A leading data centre recruitment firm is seeking a Data Centre Mechanical Shift Technician for their client in East London.

A leading facility management provider in London is seeking a Multi-skilled 2IC Shift Technician (Mechanically Biased) to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and reactive repairs on climate control systems.

A leading real estate services firm based in London is seeking a Data Centre Day/Night Shift Senior Technician to manage and implement service level agreements. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving and communication skills to ensure efficient operations at the data center.

A leading global real estate services firm is seeking an ICT Day/Night Shift Senior Technician in London.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of data center operations and the ability to work in a shift-based environment. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is hiring a Critical Facilities Technician in Greater London. This position involves supporting the operation and maintenance of electrical and mech

This role is in support of Data Centre Operations for Proximity Services based at the Slough Data Centre (LO5) where the aim is to deliver service to the best possible standard for all infrastructure and processes managed within the data centre. IT Data Centre Technician page is loaded## IT Data Cen

A global leader in real estate services is seeking a Data Centre Day/Night Shift Senior Technician for the London area.

PRS LTD is actively seeking a Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer in the Gatwick area, offering a competitive salary of £40,000 plus a 10% annual bonus and excellent benefits. This position is an exciting opportunity to join a major player in the data centre industry, focusing on inf

A global real estate services firm is seeking a Data Centre Engineer to provide technical support in a 24/7 environment at the Slough Data Centre.

Amazon is hiring a Critical Facilities Technician in Greater London to support the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of AWS data centre infrastructure.

A leading property and investment management firm is seeking a Shift Technician to support operations at the Croydon Data Centre.

We are seeking an experienced Data Centre Engineer (HV Authorised Person) to join our team on a continental shift pattern. Proven experience in a similar role within a data centre or business‑critical environment.

Known for their cutting-edge designs in data centres and retail projects, this forward-thinking studio offers a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects while fostering your architectural skills. An innovative studio in London is seeking a talented architectural technician or Part II to j

One of the world’s largest and most respected data centre organisations is seeking a Junior Data Centre Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join their growing UK team. Working at a state-of-the‑art data centre near Gatwick, you will support the maintenance and operation of critical infrastructure

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A leading technology company in the UK is hiring a Critical Facilities Technician. This role involves the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems in data centers. The technician will ensure reliability and safety of infrastructure systems, monitor alarms, and

HVAC Mechanical Data Centre Technician. Demonstrable experience in a similar technical role within a critical environment (preferably data centres). As an HVAC Mechanical Technician, you will support the delivery of both.

CBRE in Canary Wharf, London is looking for an HVAP Data Centre Technician to manage vital maintenance tasks.

A technology solutions provider is seeking a customer support technician to assist with installations and client support in data centers.

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Data Centre HVAP Technician to oversee critical maintenance activities in a mission-critical environment within Greater London.

A global real estate services firm in Greater London is seeking an ICT Day/Night Shift Senior Technician to manage and deliver ICT services effectively.

Join a leading company in the data centre industry, known for its commitment to innovation and excellence. Minimum of 1 year working in data centres or critical environments. Are you a technically skilled professional with experience in data centres or critical environments? We are seeking a motivat

This role is an important member of our facilities team where we manage some of the most efficient and cost-effective data center facilities in the industry. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agre

Engineering Operations Technician (Data Centre). Operate and maintain electrical and mechanical systems within the data centre. Support Data Centre Operations teams with technical issues.

A top tier Facilities Management business in the UK is seeking a professional to oversee planned and reactive maintenance tasks in the Data Centre division.

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced M&E Shift Technician to join a mission-critical data centre in West London. Essential qualifications include City & Guilds in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, and experience with data centre operations.

A leading facilities management company in Greater London is seeking a Data Centre HVAP Technician to manage maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

A leading global real estate firm is seeking an IT Data Centre Technician to support operations at the Slough Data Centre.

A leading data centre service provider is seeking a skilled Data Centre Technician in Docklands.

A recruitment agency is seeking a Data Centre Shift Technician / Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) for a state-of-the-art data centre in Greater London.

The role involves maintaining electrical and mechanical systems in a mission-critical data centre, ensuring uptime and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in data centres, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety. A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom seeks