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
20-01-2026 04:38 PM
2026-02-19
Shift Engineer – Critical Facilities / Data Centre
Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Career progression, training & development
Join a forward-thinking engineering team working at the heart of mission-critical environments. Our client is seeking a technically skilled Shift Engineer to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems within a high-availability data centre setting.
This role offers exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure, structured training, and clear career progression within a collaborative and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and maintain LV/MV electrical systems, mechanical plant, HVAC, UPS, and generators.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve faults to support maximum system uptime.
Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive repair works.
Perform authorised high and low voltage switching in line with Safe Systems of Work.
Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring all works meet compliance and health & safety standards.
Utilise BMS, PMS, and CMS systems for monitoring, reporting, and fault management.
Requirements
Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent recognised technical qualification.
Proven experience within critical facilities, data centres, or other high-pressure environments.
Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building safety regulations.
Excellent problem-solving ability with strong teamwork and communication skills.
Certifications such as NCC, REC, or equivalent are desirable.
Why Join?
Work on critical infrastructure and intelligent building systems.
Access to training and clear career progression pathways.
Be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering team.
Develop professionally in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Take the next step in your engineering career and join a team that sets the standard for technical excellence and operational reliability.
Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Career progression, training & development
Join a forward-thinking engineering team working at the heart of mission-critical environments. Our client is seeking a technically skilled Shift Engineer to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems within a high-availability data centre setting.
This role offers exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure, structured training, and clear career progression within a collaborative and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and maintain LV/MV electrical systems, mechanical plant, HVAC, UPS, and generators.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve faults to support maximum system uptime.
Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive repair works.
Perform authorised high and low voltage switching in line with Safe Systems of Work.
Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring all works meet compliance and health & safety standards.
Utilise BMS, PMS, and CMS systems for monitoring, reporting, and fault management.
Requirements
Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent recognised technical qualification.
Proven experience within critical facilities, data centres, or other high-pressure environments.
Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building safety regulations.
Excellent problem-solving ability with strong teamwork and communication skills.
Certifications such as NCC, REC, or equivalent are desirable.
Why Join?
Work on critical infrastructure and intelligent building systems.
Access to training and clear career progression pathways.
Be part of a collaborative, innovative engineering team.
Develop professionally in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Take the next step in your engineering career and join a team that sets the standard for technical excellence and operational reliability.
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