Critical M & E Shift Engineer (Days & Nights 12 Hour Shift Pattern)
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£55000 per annum, Benefits: 55K -Benefits: Career Progression, Training Opportunities, Continental Shift Pattern
London City
West Central London
JO-2308-258501-1
14-01-2026 05:01 PM
2026-02-13
Shift Engineer – Critical Facilities / Data Centre
Location: London | Salary: Competitive | Career Progression & Training Provided
Join a forward-thinking engineering team and work with cutting-edge systems in mission-critical environments. Our client is seeking a technically skilled Shift Engineer to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Location: London | Salary: Competitive | Career Progression & Training Provided
Join a forward-thinking engineering team and work with cutting-edge systems in mission-critical environments. Our client is seeking a technically skilled Shift Engineer to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain low & medium voltage electrical systems, mechanical plant, HVAC, UPS, and generators.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve faults, supporting 100% system uptime.
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
- Authorised high/low voltage switching and safe system operations.
- Coordinate subcontractors and ensure all works meet compliance and safety standards.
- Use BMS, PMS, and CMS systems for monitoring and reporting.
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification.
- Experience in critical facilities, data centres, or high-pressure environments.
- Knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building safety regulations.
- Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Certifications such as NCC, REC, or equivalent desirable.
- Exposure to critical infrastructure and smart systems
- Training & career progression opportunities
- Work within a collaborative, innovative team
- Professional growth in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment
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