Critical M & E Shift Engineer (Days & Nights)

PRS; London; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job description

Shift Engineer
Are you ready to join a pioneering employer dedicated to rewriting the norms and fostering a culture of positivity, growth, and development? Our client is seeking a Shift Engineer to become an integral part of their innovative engineering team. If you possess a passion for engineering, thrive in dynamic environments, and are committed to continuous learning and advancement, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Role Overview:
As a Shift Engineer, you will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of various electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment and systems. Your role will ensure 100% uptime availability through meticulous change management, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance. You will oversee essential site/plant equipment, manage sub-contracted resources, and coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance (PPM) activities. This is a critical position for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of engineering systems and a dedication to delivering exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operate and maintain electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
2. Monitor and troubleshoot equipment support systems, promptly logging and addressing incidents.
3. Manage mechanical plant and systems, electrical plant and systems, HVAC systems, generators, UPS, fire alarms, suppression systems, low and high voltage switching, and water systems.
4. Utilize operational systems such as BMS, PMS, and CMS to their fullest capabilities.
5. Coordinate sub-contracted resources to ensure safe and high-quality service delivery.
6. Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities.

Desirable Experience:

1. Completion of an Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent.
2. Experience in high-pressure precision engineering environments.
3. HND in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent (preferred).
4. Background in Critical Environment/Data Centre operations (preferred).
5. Professional electrical or mechanical certification (NCC, REC, or national equivalent).
6. Experience troubleshooting low and medium voltage electrical systems.
7. Experience troubleshooting mechanical/HVAC systems.
8. Knowledge of safe electrical practices according to relevant regulations.

Candidate Attributes:

1. Strong problem-solving skills with proficiency in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
2. Familiarity with Change Management processes and procedures.
3. Ability to follow documented procedures and track issues via Service Desk Ticketing.
4. Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
5. Collaborative mindset to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
6. Knowledge of BMS and a solid understanding of PPM/CAFM systems.

Benefits: In addition to a competitive salary of £45,000 per annum, you will enjoy:

1. Career progression opportunities.
2. Ongoing training and development.
3. A continental shift pattern promoting work-life balance and wellbeing.