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
25-03-2026 05:14 PM
2026-04-24
Job Overview
Step into the world of mission-critical engineering as a Shift Engineer within a high-availability data centre in London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking operations team supporting 24/7 critical infrastructure.
You will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems that underpin continuous service delivery. Working within a structured shift pattern, you will gain exposure to advanced building systems and benefit from clear long-term career development in critical facilities engineering.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & System Management
Operate, monitor, and maintain LV/MV electrical distribution systems, mechanical plant, HVAC systems, UPS equipment, and standby generators
Carry out authorised high- and low-voltage switching operations in line with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and site procedures
Monitor infrastructure performance using BMS, PMS, and CMS platforms
Act as the first responder to alarms and system faults, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution to maintain maximum uptime
Maintenance & Fault Diagnosis
Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks in line with service level agreements
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults across critical building systems
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and operational resilience
Compliance & Contractor Management
Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and operational standards
Maintain adherence to statutory, regulatory, and company compliance requirements
Accurately record maintenance activities, switching operations, and incident reports
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Completed engineering apprenticeship or recognised technical qualification
Experience in critical facilities, data centres, or other high-availability environments
Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building services infrastructure
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator, able to work collaboratively within a shift team
NCC, REC, or equivalent electrical certifications (desirable but not essential)
Why Join Us?
Work on business-critical infrastructure supporting continuous operations
Access structured technical training, development programmes, and clear career progression
Join a professional and collaborative engineering team committed to operational excellence
Develop your expertise in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment where your work directly impacts performance and uptime
Step into the world of mission-critical engineering as a Shift Engineer within a high-availability data centre in London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking operations team supporting 24/7 critical infrastructure.
You will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems that underpin continuous service delivery. Working within a structured shift pattern, you will gain exposure to advanced building systems and benefit from clear long-term career development in critical facilities engineering.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & System Management
Operate, monitor, and maintain LV/MV electrical distribution systems, mechanical plant, HVAC systems, UPS equipment, and standby generators
Carry out authorised high- and low-voltage switching operations in line with Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and site procedures
Monitor infrastructure performance using BMS, PMS, and CMS platforms
Act as the first responder to alarms and system faults, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution to maintain maximum uptime
Maintenance & Fault Diagnosis
Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks in line with service level agreements
Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults across critical building systems
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and operational resilience
Compliance & Contractor Management
Supervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and operational standards
Maintain adherence to statutory, regulatory, and company compliance requirements
Accurately record maintenance activities, switching operations, and incident reports
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Completed engineering apprenticeship or recognised technical qualification
Experience in critical facilities, data centres, or other high-availability environments
Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, and building services infrastructure
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator, able to work collaboratively within a shift team
NCC, REC, or equivalent electrical certifications (desirable but not essential)
Why Join Us?
Work on business-critical infrastructure supporting continuous operations
Access structured technical training, development programmes, and clear career progression
Join a professional and collaborative engineering team committed to operational excellence
Develop your expertise in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment where your work directly impacts performance and uptime
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