Critical Shift Engineer (M&E)

Options Resourcing Ltd; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Options Resourcing Ltd is seeking a Shift Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical bias) to join a leading FM provider working on a prestigious data centre in Welwyn Garden City.

The role offers long-term stability, strong earning potential, and clear career progression within a company that promotes from within. A Level 3 qualification in mechanical or electrical trades and data centre experience are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or Electrical qualifications at Level 3 are essential.
• NVQ/City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations, Mechanical Engineering, or Plumbing.
• 18th Edition electrical qualification is essential; 2391 testing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a dedicated on-site engineering team.
• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance.
• Managing PPM schedules, logbooks, and statutory compliance.
• Ensuring critical systems are maintained to a high standard in a data centre environment.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Electrical bias

Maintenance planning

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations, Mechanical Engineering, or Plumbing

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations, Mechanical Engineering, or Plumbing

18th Edition (essential)

2391 Testing & Inspection (desirable)

Job description

The Role

Job Title: Critical Shift Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical Bias - M&E)

Location: Welwyn Garden City

Site: Prestigious Data Centre

Employer: Leading Facilities Management Company

Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 + excellent package (dependent on experience)

Shift Pattern: Continental Shift - Days & Nights

7am - 7pm

7pm - 7am

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Shift Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical bias) to join a well-established and highly reputable FM provider, working on a prestigious data centre in Welwyn Garden City.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Level 3 qualified engineer looking for long-term stability, strong earning potential, and career progression within a company that actively promotes from within.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as part of a dedicated on-site engineering team
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) and reactive maintenance
• Managing PPM schedules, logbooks, and statutory compliance
• Ensuring critical systems are maintained to a high standard in a data centre environment
• PPM tasks to include (but not limited to):
• Emergency lighting
• Fire alarm systems
• General lighting
• AHUs & FCUs
• Plant room inspections
• Associated building services equipment

Requirements

Mechanical or Electrical qualifications (Level 3 essential):

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations, Mechanical Engineering, or Plumbing OR
• City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations, Mechanical Engineering, or Plumbing
• Electrical bias only:
• 18th Edition (essential)
• 2391 Testing & Inspection (desirable)

Ideal Candidate

• Mechanical or Electrical bias with a strong building services background
• Comfortable working in a critical environment (data centre experience advantageous)
• Client-facing and professional in approach
• Well-organised with strong compliance awareness
• Experience on healthcare or critical-site contracts is beneficial but not essential