At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a shift team in a critical data centre, ensuring safety and maximum uptime.
- Company: Join a dynamic company focused on operational excellence in data management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and a chance to lead in a high-stakes environment.
- Other info: Ideal for proactive leaders seeking growth in a fast-paced, critical environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by managing critical systems and leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: Experience in data centres, HV Authorisation, and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are currently looking for a Shift Manager for a critical data centre environment in Slough. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll be responsible for managing a shift team, overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, driving safety compliance, and ensuring maximum uptime across a business-critical environment.
What you’ll be doing:
- Leading and coordinating shift engineering teams
- Managing planned and reactive maintenance activities
- Acting as an HV Authorised Person
- Overseeing Permit to Work, RAMS, and safe systems of work
- Responding to critical incidents and system faults
- Managing subcontractors and ensuring compliance
- Supporting engineer development, training, and performance
- Maintaining statutory compliance and service excellence
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in a Data Centre, Critical Environment, or Mission-Critical Facility
- HV Authorisation essential
- Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
- Current Wiring Regulations qualification
- Strong knowledge of BMS, PMS, Fire & Critical Building Systems
- Experience leading teams in high-pressure environments
- Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
- PASMA, IPAF and First Aid qualifications desirable
If you’re a proactive leader who thrives in critical environments and takes ownership of operational excellence, please reach out to Liam Hargate at Coyles.
Data Centre Manager in Slough employer: Coyle Personnel Plc
As a Shift Manager in our Slough data centre, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to operational excellence in a critical environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that prioritises safety and employee development, offering extensive training opportunities and career progression. With a focus on innovation and teamwork, we ensure our employees are equipped to thrive in high-pressure situations while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a state-of-the-art facility.
