Electrical Biased Data Centre Shift Engineer

We have some fantastic opportunities at our customer’s brand new Data Centre campus in Surrey for Electrical / Multi Skilled Maintenance Shift Engineers. This is an ideal opportunity for electrically qualified professionals who are looking to move into and grow in the data centre industry. If you are electrically qualified with 18th Edition and ideally previous critical maintenance engineering experience either as a Days or as a Shift Engineer working in a team, then we would love to connect with you.

With the continued Data Centre growth and a steady flow of new facilities opening up all over the UK, we have a continuous mission to find ambitious, driven, electrical engineers who are looking to make the move into the attractive and rewarding Data Centre Operations Sector. If you are from one of the following engineering backgrounds and you are looking for your next exciting career move within Engineering, then we would like to help – X Forces, Power & generation, Pharmaceutical, production, manufacturing, Nuclear, Marine, FMCG, Airports or any mission‑critical environment with the right attitude – we are waiting for your call.

Example of Responsibilities:

• To ensure site Electrical systems are operated and maintained to the required codes of practice and industry guidelines.
• Ensure the PPMs for the as-built equipment are fully maintained and carried out in a high calibre and on time.
• To carry out day‑to‑day maintenance and reactive issues relating to all the electrical equipment and assets.
• Complete information and feedback to computer‑based systems, particularly the PPM system.
• Carry out fault identification/rectification and escalation when required on heating, ventilation and air conditioning issues.
• Installation and modification of site electrical services.
• Maintain effective communication with the Shift Supervisor, including plant status, plant isolation, issues arising, ongoing works and standards of housekeeping.
• Ensure any parts required are clearly and accurately stated, and any difficulties encountered on engineering activities are reported to the Shift Supervisor.
• Plant areas, workshops, stores, changing/rest areas, etc., are kept to the highest level of housekeeping.
• Operation and troubleshooting for the following: Building Electrical Installation (associated panels, equipment, and circuits), Emergency lighting, Lighting Control system, Building Management Systems (BMS), Fire suppression and detection systems, Air conditioning System, VAV, FCU’s and Split Systems, AHU’s, Variable speed drives, Heating system, Generators and controls, Single and three‑phase motors, UPS system and associated control systems, Operation of HV systems (training and familiarisation with this system will be made available).

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the Building Services industry C&G qualified 1 and 2 or ed. (Where required)
• Training or apprenticeship, ideally Electrical
• Strong communication skills and the ability to deal with all levels of staff.
• Demonstrate a good understanding and be technically competent in all building services, in particular UPS, generators, static switches, water treatment, refrigeration and air conditioning. (Critical systems preferred, not essential)
• Proactive in achieving the highest standard of operation.
• Demonstrate a willingness to attend on and off‑site training for plant and systems as they are installed. This may require nights away from home.
• Reliable and conscientious Individuals who can demonstrate commitment and technical competence, but do not meet all the requirements, may be considered subject to client approval.
• Advanced communication skills with a full understanding of customer needs & expectations.
• Enthusiasm and demonstration of pro‑activity, diligence and alertness, with the willingness to participate in appropriate training schemes.
• Integrity, honesty and punctuality is also expected.