Data Centre HVAP Technician in Camden Town)

PRS Recruitment Services; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in data centre solutions seeks a skilled Data Centre Engineer to oversee maintenance tasks and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams, managing maintenance schedules, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will possess HV Authorisation and a strong understanding of health and safety obligations. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence and innovation in the data centre sector, where your expertise will contribute to delivering top-tier service and operational success.

Qualifications

• Experience in real-time incident/fault management in a business-critical environment.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role with a focus on health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance tasks in a data centre environment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and site policies.
• Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform emergency repairs.

Skills

Manual Handling Training

HV Authorisation

Current Wiring Regulations certificate

Emergency First Aid at Work Qualification

Strong understanding of health and safety

Good verbal communication skills

Self-motivated

Organised and able to prioritise

Education

Level 3 NVQ in an associated discipline

Job description

COMPANY PROFILE

We are a leading provider in data centre solutions, leveraging industry expertise to meet the critical infrastructure needs of our clients. Our goal is to deliver top-tier service and innovation in the data centre sector. Globally, we operate with a robust team of professionals dedicated to excellence.

Purpose of the Job

The successful candidate will oversee and manage work tasks for planned and reactive maintenance, collaborating with the Engineering Supervisor and Shift Leader. Responsibilities include liaising with engineering management and client personnel to ensure all maintenance work adheres to site policies, procedures, and health and safety legislative requirements. The candidate will operate as an Authorised Person, ensuring all necessary safety paperwork is completed to high standards and aligned with company policies and safe systems of work.

While on site, the Data Centre Engineer will report to the Engineering Shift Leader and support the shift teams to ensure all works are performed safely, to a high standard, and within site-specific time constraints. This is a continental shift role for an experienced HVAP.

Role Summary

1. Ensure routine maintenance is carried out on all building plant, equipment, and systems to meet and exceed expectations and agreed service level agreements.
2. Respond to Building Management System alarms and perform emergency repairs as necessary.
3. Issue and enforce controls within the Permit to Work systems.
4. Create and utilize required switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs in line with company policies and SSOW.
5. Maintain Evaporative Cooling Systems and domestic water systems to comply with L8 standards.
6. Ensure availability of suitable spares for maintenance.
7. Keep comprehensive maintenance records via REALM task sheets.
8. Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all in-house tasks to ensure safe working practices.
9. Supervise engineering subcontractors to ensure compliance with contractual commitments and site operating processes.
10. Develop strong working relationships with all staff and clients.
11. Ensure a safe and healthy working environment, complying with all company and client site policies and procedures.
12. Present a professional image to clients and visitors, promoting excellence in customer service.
13. Maintain professional and technical skills through personal development and lifelong learning.
14. Ensure work packs include required documentation, including subcontractor RAMS review.
15. Responsible for training and personal development updates.
16. Support incidents and unplanned faults on site.
17. HVAP responsibilities applicable to the role.

Experience / Skillset Required

1. Manual Handling Training (advantageous)
2. HV Authorisation
3. Current Wiring Regulations certificate
4. Level 3 NVQ in an associated discipline
5. Emergency First Aid at Work Qualification
6. Experience in real-time incident/fault management in a business-critical environment
7. Demonstrable experience in a similar role
8. Strong understanding and experience in health and safety obligations for maintenance activities
9. Good verbal communication skills
10. Numerate and literate
11. Diligence in safe working practices
12. Self-motivated with high personal integrity
13. Ability to work well both in a team and independently
14. Organised, able to prioritise and deliver in high-pressure environments
15. Courteous and presentable for front and back of house roles, with client exposure at all levels
16. Ability to ascend and descend vertical access equipment
17. Flexibility regarding working hours
18. PASMA & IPAF (preferred)
19. Knowledge of multiple interlinked systems (Fire, PMS, BMS)
20. Takes ownership and accountability