Critical Environment Data Centre Technician

CBRE; Harlow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Data Centre Shift Technician in Harlow, UK. The role focuses on maintaining critical electrical and HVAC systems, performing PPM tasks, and reacting to faults to keep data centre operations running smoothly.

ideal candidates will have electrical qualifications (18th Edition, HV Approved), experience in building services, and a willingness to train and travel if needed. On-site work with potential night shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in building services and electrical maintenance.
• C&G qualification and 18th Edition wiring competence required.
• HV approval and confined space training preferred.
• Strong communication and ability to work with diverse teams.
• Willingness to undertake on-site/on-call training and potential nights away.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate electrical systems to codes and guidelines.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and reactive issues for electrical equipment.
• Record data in the PPM system and communicate status to Shift Supervisor.
• Identify faults in HVAC, AHU, and related systems and escalate as needed.
• Install/modify electrical services and ensure housekeeping standards.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

UPS & generators

HVAC understanding

Strong communication

Willingness to train on site/overnight

Proactive and reliable

Ability to read and follow written/ver

Education

C&G qualified or equivalent in electrical services/maintenance

18th Edition IEE Wiring & Installation

HV Approved Person

Confined Space entry trained

Recognised training or apprenticeship

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

PPM system

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Data Centre Shift Technician in Harlow, UK. The role focuses on maintaining critical electrical and HVAC systems, performing PPM tasks, and reacting to faults to keep data centre operations running smoothly.

ideal candidates will have electrical qualifications (18th Edition, HV Approved), experience in building services, and a willingness to train and travel if needed. On-site work with potential night shifts may be required.