HVAC Mechanical Data Centre Technician

A leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management is recruiting an HVAC Mechanical Data Centre Technician to join the team located in London Docklands.

Purpose of the Job: The successful candidate will be responsible for controlling and supervising work tasks for planned and reactive maintenance, supported by the Building Engineering Supervisor and day team. They will liaise with engineering management and client personnel to ensure all maintenance work is carried out in accordance with site policies, procedures, and health and safety legislative requirements. On-site, the Data Centre Technician will report to the Engineering Supervisor and support the shift teams to ensure all work is completed safely, to a high standard, and within site-specific time constraints.

Role Summary:

• Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out on all building plant, equipment, and systems to meet and exceed expectations and agreed service level agreements.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Issue and ensure appropriate controls within the Permit to Work systems.
• Ensure required switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs are created and utilized in line with company policies and SSOW.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance of all critical plant.
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all in-house tasks to ensure safe working practices.
• Supervise engineering subcontractors to ensure compliance with contractual commitments and site operating processes.
• Develop a good working relationship with all members of staff and clients’ staff.
• Ensure the provision of a safe and healthy working environment and compliance with all company and client site policies, procedures, and working arrangements.
• Ensure a professional image is presented to clients and visitors and promote excellence in customer service.
• Maintain professional and technical skills through a commitment to personal development and lifelong learning.
• Ensure work packs include required documentation, including the review of Subcontractor RAMS.
• Ensure training and personal development are kept up to date, fostering a strong team culture.
• Provide incident support in the event of any unplanned incidents or faults on site.

Experience / Skillset Required:

• Manual Handling Training would be an advantage.
• HV experience would be an advantage.
• Current Wiring Regulations certificate.
• Level 3 NVQ in HVAC discipline or equivalent.
• Emergency First Aid at Work Qualification.
• Experience in real-time incident/fault management in a business-critical environment.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role within a similar organization.
• Sound understanding and experience of meeting health and safety obligations concerning maintenance activities.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Numerate and literate.
• Show diligence in safe working practices for both themselves and occupants of the premises.
• Self-motivated, with a high level of personal integrity.
• Able to work well both in a team and independently.
• Organized, able to prioritize and deliver within high-pressure environments.
• Courteous and presentable as the role involves both front and back of house, with exposure to the client at all levels.
• Able to ascend and descend vertical access equipment.
• Flexibility regarding working hours.
• PASMA & IPAF Preferred.
• Knowledge of multiple interlinked systems (Fire, PMS, BMS).
• Takes ownership and accountability.
• Experience working with critical mechanical plant (e.g., chilled water systems, pumps, ACUs, motors, fans, adiabatic cooling systems).
• Experience working with HVAC systems (e.g., split units, CRAC units, air and water-cooled chillers, dry air coolers).