Mechanical & Electrical Shift Lead (Days & Nights) in Streatham)

Role Overview

– We are seeking a Data Centre Supervisor to join our dynamic and successful Data Centre Solutions team in London.

– The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical understanding of Critical Facilities infrastructure, including electrical, mechanical, and data centre-specific systems.

– This role is pivotal to ensuring the smooth inspection, operation, and maintenance of all assets within the Data Centre, supporting high standards of reliability, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

– Competently operate and maintain all mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems within the Data Centre, including high-voltage electrical isolations/operations.

– Produce clear technical reports and improvement recommendations where necessary.

– Ensure Specialist Subcontractors adhere to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Method of Procedures (MOPs), Permit to Work (PTW) protocols, and client change control requirements.

– Sign off subcontractor worksheets following inspection of works; escalate any quality concerns to the Data Centre Operations Manager.

– Maintain accurate records of all completed work orders, including critical spares and stock usage.

– Review, prepare, and implement MOPs, SOPs, EOPs, and associated risk assessments.

– Champion Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) compliance, promoting activities such as hazard/near-miss reporting and toolbox talks.

– Attend training in line with the DCS training matrix and support a culture of continuous personal and professional development.

– Support the training and mentoring of technicians and apprentices, fostering a positive and growth-oriented team environment.

– Drive continuous improvement of safe systems of work, ensuring strict adherence to all QHSE procedures and policies.

– Supervise planned and reactive maintenance tasks to ensure timely and compliant execution.

– Participate in the engineering Quality Assurance process to validate the standard of completed work.

– Oversee the daily performance of shift and day teams, including management of holiday and sickness cover.

– Collaborate with the Engineering/Technical Services Manager (ESM/TSM) as required to support operational needs.

– Manage critical plant and equipment repairs alongside the in-house team and subcontractors.

Skills & Experience Required

– Proven experience in Data Centre or Critical Environment operations, or supervisory experience in a Facilities Management (FM) setting.

– HNC/HND in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or a completed relevant apprenticeship.

– Current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.

– Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively engage across all levels of staff and contractors.

– A proactive and driven attitude, with a high degree of initiative and attention to detail.

– Strong IT literacy, with the ability to utilise standard business systems and maintenance management software.

– Calm, clear-headed, and capable of performing under pressure in critical situations.

– Flexible approach, with willingness to attend both on-site and off-site training (including overnight stays, if required).

– Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions accurately and effectively.

– Demonstrates professionalism, enthusiasm, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of work.

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