HVAC Mechanical Data Centre Technician
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£50000 per annum, Benefits: £50,000 + Career progression + 25 das holiday + Pension + Benefits
London East
South East England
JO-2307-258147-1
23-04-2026 04:42 PM
2026-05-23
Overview We are recruiting a Shift Leader – Engineering Services to oversee the delivery of maintenance and operations across a critical building services environment.
This role combines hands-on Electrical & Mechanical (M&E) expertise with team leadership, operational control, and compliance management. You will be responsible for maintaining 100% uptime, system reliability, and safety standards, while coordinating engineers, contractors, and Specialist Service Providers (SSPs).
This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Engineer or Supervisor looking to step into a key leadership role within a high-performance, safety-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Engineering Control
This role combines hands-on Electrical & Mechanical (M&E) expertise with team leadership, operational control, and compliance management. You will be responsible for maintaining 100% uptime, system reliability, and safety standards, while coordinating engineers, contractors, and Specialist Service Providers (SSPs).
This is an excellent opportunity for a Lead Engineer or Supervisor looking to step into a key leadership role within a high-performance, safety-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities Operations & Engineering Control
- Maintain uptime and operational performance across all critical building systems
- Operate, monitor, and carry out fault finding on M&E systems
- Supervise Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
- Allocate and manage tasks via CMMS / CAFM systems
- Maintain accurate asset registers, plant records, and maintenance documentation
- Inspect completed works prior to permit closure and job sign-off
- Deliver detailed shift handovers covering plant status, risks, isolations, and ongoing works
- Provide shift cover for sickness and holidays as required
- Manage and control the Permit to Work (PTW) system and Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
- Review and approve RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company policies
- Coordinate, issue, and close permits, escalating risks where necessary
- Conduct site inductions and maintain compliance records
- Monitor contractor performance against SLAs and safety standards
- Coordinate and oversee all Specialist Service Providers (SSPs)
- Ensure all SOPs, RAMS, and PTWs are in place prior to work commencement
- Inspect and sign off completed works and documentation
- Escalate technical issues, performance concerns, and compliance risks
- Ensure contractors operate safely and in line with site procedures
- Maintain QA standards for tools, PPE, ladders, and lifting equipment
- Ensure all inspection logs are accurate and audit-ready
- Monitor plant rooms and critical areas for cleanliness and operational integrity
- Maintain high standards across workshops, storage areas, and site facilities
- Oversee small works, refurbishments, and site changes
- Liaise with contractors to ensure safe, compliant project delivery
- Support operational changes across front-of-house and shared spaces
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Lighting control systems
- HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, chilled beams)
- Boilers and heating systems
- Motors (single & three-phase)
- UPS systems and critical power infrastructure
- Emergency lighting systems
- Generators and static switches
- Water treatment and refrigeration systems
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in Building Services / Facilities Management
- City & Guilds 2360 (Parts 1 & 2) or equivalent
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
- Proven experience leading or supervising engineering teams
- Strong understanding of PTW, RAMS, and compliance processes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Good IT skills, including CMMS / CAFM systems and reporting tools
- Professional, reliable, and safety-focused approach
- City & Guilds 2391 Test & Inspection
- Experience in critical environments (data centres, high-end commercial sites)
- Candidates with strong leadership potential may be considered with training provided
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
- Calm and decisive under pressure, particularly during critical incidents
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills
- High standards of quality, safety, and professionalism
- Committed to continuous improvement and development
- Take on a key leadership role within a critical facilities environment
- Work with advanced M&E systems and infrastructure
- Join a high-performing, safety-first engineering team
- Access ongoing training, development, and career progression
- Be part of a stable, long-term, and technically challenging environment
- Strong keyword optimisation: “Shift Leader”, “Engineering Services”, “M&E”, “Critical Facilities”, “BMS”, “PPM”, “PTW”, “CMMS”
- Clear structure for ATS systems and recruiter scanning
- Balanced focus on technical ability, leadership, and compliance
- Targets both experienced supervisors and step-up lead engineers
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