Data Centre HVAP (Must Have or Lapsed) Technician
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Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£55000 per annum, Benefits: £55,000 + Training + Holiday + Pension + Private Healthcare
London City
London
JO-2208-252044-1
27-02-2026 03:52 PM
2026-03-29
DData Centre HVAP Technician Purpose of the Role The Data Centre HVAP Technician is responsible for supervising and executing both planned and reactive maintenance activities in a mission-critical environment. Working closely with the Engineering Supervisor, Shift Leader, and client representatives, the role ensures full compliance with site policies, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
As a High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP), you will ensure that all safety documentation is completed to the highest standard and that all work is carried out in accordance with Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
As a High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP), you will ensure that all safety documentation is completed to the highest standard and that all work is carried out in accordance with Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver routine and reactive maintenance across building plant, equipment, and systems, consistently meeting or exceeding SLAs
- Respond promptly to BMS alarms and perform emergency repairs as required
- Implement, manage, and enforce Permit to Work (PTW) systems to ensure safe operations
- Develop, review, and follow switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs in line with SSoW
- Maintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in compliance with ACoP L8 (Legionella) requirements
- Ensure the availability and management of spare parts to support maintenance and fault response
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using REALM task sheets
- Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments (RAMS) for in-house works
- Supervise engineering subcontractors, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and site procedures
- Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, contractors, and clients
- Promote a safe and healthy working environment, adhering to company and client policies
- Present a professional image to clients and visitors, delivering high standards of customer service
- Commit to ongoing professional development to maintain and enhance technical competence
- Ensure all work packs contain the required documentation and review subcontractor RAMS
- Provide technical and operational support during unplanned incidents or system faults
- Fulfil all HVAP duties associated with the role
- High Voltage Authorisation – essential
- Current Wiring Regulations certification
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Manual Handling – advantageous
- PASMA and IPAF – preferred
- Proven experience managing real-time incidents and faults in business-critical or data centre environments
- Experience in a similar role within a comparable organisation
- Strong understanding of health & safety obligations in live operational environments
- Knowledge of multiple interlinked systems, including Fire, PMS, and BMS
- Excellent verbal communication; numerate and literate
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safe working practices
- Self-motivated, professional, and accountable
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Highly organised, able to prioritise tasks under pressure
- Professional, courteous, and confident in client-facing environments
- Flexible with working hours to meet operational requirements
- Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for site performance and safety
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