M&E Technical Manager – Data Center operations – East London / Docklands
Salary £80-£85,000 + Car Allowance + Annual bonuses + Mgmt Benefits – OTE £100,000 +
Our Client is a global leader in integrated facilities management and engineering services.
The Opportunity:-
We are seeking an experienced Data Centre – Technical Manager to join our growing team in East London / Docklands area . This is a key position within our technical operations function, responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of critical and non-critical engineering systems across a major data centre campus.
As a Technical Manager, you will demonstrate strong technical leadership, a proactive approach to risk management, and a passion for fostering excellence across engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and mentor the site engineering team in all aspects of critical maintenance and operations.
- Ensure continuous operation of all business-critical systems and plant with 100% availability.
- Manage planned and reactive maintenance delivery—balancing cost efficiency with high performance.
- Act as a focal point for technical leadership, providing expert guidance to engineers and site management.
- Support and maintain compliance with all health & safety procedures and statutory regulations.
- Audit and maintain technical documentation such as switching schedules, SOPs, and risk assessments.
- Plan and manage statutory compliance maintenance; ensure all records are accurate and auditable.
- Lead incident management, conduct root cause analysis, and produce technical reports.
- Drive a positive culture of safety, reliability, and professional development.
- Support the creation and delivery of site-specific training programs and authorisation levels (HV/LV/Confined Space).
- Provide technical sign-off for new recruits and develop engineers to meet high technical standards.
- Participate in technical audits and act as part of the escalation team for out-of-hours issues.
About You
- Qualified Electrician (Apprenticeship, HND, or City & Guilds) with 18th Edition Electrical Regulations certification.
- Proven experience managing critical environments or data centres .
- Strong understanding of UPS systems, standby power, and critical HVAC/cooling systems .
- Excellent communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills.
- Confident managing safety compliance, permits‑to‑work, and risk assessments.
- Operational knowledge of Health & Safety management systems (IOSH or equivalent certification).
- Experience in managing budgets and maintenance delivery.
- Desirable: Understanding of water hygiene (L8) , BMS and HVAC systems, and system integration and handover experience.
- Must be an HV Authorised Person (HVAP) with demonstrable experience enabling appointment at Senior Authorised Person (SAP) level.
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M&E Technical Manager – Data Centre in London employer: PRS (Phoenix Resourcing Services)
At PRS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our City of London location provides unique opportunities for professional growth, with access to cutting-edge projects and a supportive team environment that encourages leadership development. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive benefits and a commitment to safety and excellence in all operations.
Contact Details:
PRS (Phoenix Resourcing Services) Recruitment Team
