Data Centre Mechanical Site Lead - Freelance

James Lewis Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking to hire a Mechanical Site Manager for a live data centre expansion in Gloucester. This freelance role involves overseeing mechanical installations during a critical four-week contract. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and critical infrastructure projects, with leading supervisory skills and relevant qualifications like SMSTS. This position offers a competitive day rate, with responsibilities including project coordination and compliance oversight.

Qualifications

• Experience in critical infrastructure projects such as pharma, hospitals, or high-spec industrial/commercial.
• SMSTS or SSSTS with strong supervisory background.
• CSCS valid at supervisory/management level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical delivery on site during a data centre expansion.
• Coordinate direct and subcontract labour for installations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and programming requirements.

Skills

Critical infrastructure experience

Project coordination

Mechanical installation

Supervisory skills

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking to hire a Mechanical Site Manager for a live data centre expansion in Gloucester. This freelance role involves overseeing mechanical installations during a critical four-week contract. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and critical infrastructure projects, with leading supervisory skills and relevant qualifications like SMSTS. This position offers a competitive day rate, with responsibilities including project coordination and compliance oversight.