Data Centre Critical Systems Technician (Shift)

PRS; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Ongoing technical training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

PRS is recruiting for a Shift Technician to join an established data centre operator at a critical facility in Longcross, Surrey. You will support operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure within a data centre environment.

The role involves planned and reactive maintenance of UPS, generators, chillers, HVAC and electrical distribution, responding to alarms, and ensuring continued service availability.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical qualification, ideally NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Experience in data centres, critical environments or building services.
• Familiarity with UPS, generators, chillers, HVAC and electrical distribution.
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems and health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive maintenance across critical electrical and mechanical systems.
• Monitor infrastructure including UPS, generators, chillers, HVAC and distribution.
• Respond to alarms, investigate faults and support incident resolution.
• Maintain maintenance records and shift logs, and support contractors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement for equipment reliability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team work

Health and safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

UPS systems

Generators

Chillers

HVAC

Electrical distribution

Job description

PRS is recruiting for a Shift Technician to join an established data centre operator at a critical facility in Longcross, Surrey. You will support operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure within a data centre environment.

The role involves planned and reactive maintenance of UPS, generators, chillers, HVAC and electrical distribution, responding to alarms, and ensuring continued service availability.