Data Centre Shift Engineer
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£53000 per annum, Benefits: 20 Days Holidays + Career Progression + Benefits
London City
Peterborough
000000000085886
25-03-2026 05:14 PM
2026-04-24
Build a Future-Proof Career in Critical Engineering
Join a fast-growing, recession-resilient sector supporting mission-critical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to work in data centres and critical environments in Cambridge alongside a high-performing engineering team.
The role offers long-term job security, structured development pathways, and comprehensive training, making it ideal for ambitious engineers looking to establish or accelerate their careers in a technically advanced and essential industry.
Role Overview
As a Data Centre / Critical Site Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining highly resilient systems where uptime is paramount. Working within a professional and safety-focused environment, you will gain hands-on experience across critical power and infrastructure systems, supported by an experienced engineering and management team.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive works in line with agreed schedules
Complete all maintenance tasks to high technical and professional standards
Produce clear, accurate technical reports and documentation
Utilise company systems to ensure contractual compliance and accurate record-keeping
Communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and clients
Provide first-line out-of-hours call-out support when required
Escalate site incidents promptly and professionally
Supervise subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
Support management with quotations for additional or remedial works
Attend team meetings, briefings, and training sessions
Submit accurate weekly timesheets
Maintain strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Authorisations
Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical qualifications
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
HVAP and/or LVAP authorisation
Skills & Attributes
Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented
Strong interest in critical environments and long-term career development
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Professional and safety-conscious mindset
Why Join?
Work in a secure, essential, and recession-resilient sector
Gain valuable experience in data centres and critical infrastructure
Benefit from structured training and clearly defined career progression opportunities
Join a supportive and professional team where development and safety are prioritised
Join a fast-growing, recession-resilient sector supporting mission-critical infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to work in data centres and critical environments in Cambridge alongside a high-performing engineering team.
The role offers long-term job security, structured development pathways, and comprehensive training, making it ideal for ambitious engineers looking to establish or accelerate their careers in a technically advanced and essential industry.
Role Overview
As a Data Centre / Critical Site Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining highly resilient systems where uptime is paramount. Working within a professional and safety-focused environment, you will gain hands-on experience across critical power and infrastructure systems, supported by an experienced engineering and management team.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive works in line with agreed schedules
Complete all maintenance tasks to high technical and professional standards
Produce clear, accurate technical reports and documentation
Utilise company systems to ensure contractual compliance and accurate record-keeping
Communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and clients
Provide first-line out-of-hours call-out support when required
Escalate site incidents promptly and professionally
Supervise subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
Support management with quotations for additional or remedial works
Attend team meetings, briefings, and training sessions
Submit accurate weekly timesheets
Maintain strict compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications & Authorisations
Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical qualifications
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
HVAP and/or LVAP authorisation
Skills & Attributes
Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented
Strong interest in critical environments and long-term career development
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Professional and safety-conscious mindset
Why Join?
Work in a secure, essential, and recession-resilient sector
Gain valuable experience in data centres and critical infrastructure
Benefit from structured training and clearly defined career progression opportunities
Join a supportive and professional team where development and safety are prioritised
Jobs of the Week
Yorkshire
, Huddersfield
£25,878 to £26,959 per annum (this includes a Real Living Wage Supplement where applicable)
The University of Huddersfield is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join its Estates & Facilities team, delivering a high-quality maintenance service across a diverse multi-site estate.
Reporting to the Maintenance Services Supe...
South East
, Portsmouth
£55k per year + Car Allowance + Bonus
The Role: Regional Facilities Manager
Sector: Hotel Group
Location: Field Based - Including Isle of White and South Coast
Salary: £55,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Are you an experienced Facilities or Property professional looki...
London East
, Canary Wharf
£70000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Private Healthcare, Pension
Facilities Operations Lead Soft-Services bias Canary Wharf £70-75k Salary Pension Healthcare Training Our client are one of the largest FM service providers operating globally, with an incredible range of customers from Governme...
Department/function
Region
Employment Type
- Building Design, Planning, Development 21
- Catering 11
- Construction 70
- Contracts, Projects, Bids 37
- Energy Management 131
- Engineering, Maintenance 680
- Estates, Property 50
- Events 9
- Facilities Management (main) 305
- Front of House 1
- Graduate, Apprenticeship & Intern 16
- Hard Services 59
- Health & Safety 1
- HVAC 276
- Management 10
- M&E 266
- Operations 129
- Procurement 20
- Sales & Marketing 10
- Soft Services 5
- Sustainability 6
- ICT, Technical 1
- Workplace 1