Mechanical Data Centre Shift Engineer
1 month ago
Stratford-upon-Avon
Shift Pattern: Continental Shift Power the systems that power the world. We are seeking an experienced High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP) to join a state-of-the-art data centre supporting business-critical infrastructure in a high-performance, zero-tolerance environment. As a Data Centre HVAP Technician, you will act as a key guardian of electrical safety and operational continuity. Working closely with the Building Engineering Supervisor and Engineering Shift Leader, you will take ownership of high-voltage operations, planned maintenance, and incident response across critical electrical infrastructure. This continental shift role offers autonomy, technical diversity, and exposure to advanced mission-critical systems where precision, compliance, and safety are paramount. Key Responsibilities Critical Engineering & Operations • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across electrical and associated building systems in line with agreed SLAs. - Act as the site High Voltage Authorised Person, performing switching operations, isolations, and control of high-risk electrical activities. - Prepare, review, and execute switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs in accordance with approved Safe Systems of Work (SSOW). - Respond promptly to BMS alarms and unplanned events, diagnosing faults and restoring services with minimal disruption. - Maintain system uptime and safeguard the integrity of critical infrastructure. Safety, Compliance & Control • Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system, ensuring all documentation and control measures are correctly implemented. - Prepare, review, and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS). - Maintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in compliance with L8 regulations. - Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with statutory and site requirements. - Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental legislation. Operational Support & Reporting • Support incident management during faults, outages, and emergency scenarios. - Ensure availability and tracking of critical spares and essential materials. - Accurately record maintenance activities and technical reports using REALM or equivalent CAFM systems. - Build strong working relationships with internal teams and client representatives. - Maintain a safe, professional, and customer-focused working environment. Development & Continuous Improvement • Enhance technical capability through structured training and professional development. - Demonstrate ownership and accountability in maintaining high operational standards. - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen safety, compliance, and operational reliability. Essential Requirements • Current High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP) status. - Up-to-date Wiring Regulations certification. - NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline. - Emergency First Aid at Work certification. - Proven experience managing faults or incidents within mission-critical or high-availability environments. - Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation relating to engineering and maintenance operations. - Excellent communication skills with a professional, confident approach. - High attention to detail with strong numeracy and literacy skills. - Self-motivated, dependable, and committed to safe systems of work. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure. - Physically capable of accessing plant areas, including the use of vertical access equipment. - Flexibility to work continental shift patterns. Desirable • Manual Handling certification. - PASMA and IPAF qualifications. - Knowledge of integrated systems including Fire, PMS, and BMS platforms. - Strong sense of accountability and operational ownership within critical environments. Why Join Us? This role goes beyond routine maintenance — you will help safeguard the infrastructure that keeps global businesses running. You will work with advanced electrical systems, benefit from clearly defined development pathways, and be part of a professional, safety-driven team where quality, reliability, and technical excellence are the standard. If you are an experienced HV Authorised Person looking to operate at the highest level within a mission-critical environment, we welcome your application.