Data Centre Shift Technician

Access Talent Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Data Centre Shift Technician to join an on-site engineering team at a prestigious data centre in London. The role requires expertise in electrical and mechanical systems with a focus on critical infrastructure. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, including skills in communication and teamwork. The position offers a competitive salary, shift allowance, and a long-term contract.

Benefits

Competitive salary + shift allowance

Annual training and development budget

Clear route to Senior Technician / HVAP roles

Access to industry-leading tools

Qualifications

• HV Authorised Person status is desirable, or willingness to achieve AP certification.
• Proven experience in a critical environment such as a data centre, hospital, or financial institution.
• Good knowledge of safe systems of work (SSOW).

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance on critical building services equipment.
• Monitor and respond to alarms across BMS/DCIM platforms.
• Complete detailed shift reports and permit-to-work documentation.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical plant expertise

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Recognised electrical or mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3)

IOSH/NEBOSH certifications

Tools

CMMS tools

BMS systems (Trend, Schneider)

Job description

Our client is a global leader in the data centre market, seeking an experienced Data Centre Shift Technician to join a dedicated on-site engineering team at a high-profile data centre in London. This role is ideal for a multi-skilled technician with a background in electrical or mechanical systems and a strong understanding of critical infrastructure environments.

Preference will be given to candidates who are HVAP qualified or working toward Authorised Person status, with experience supporting high-availability systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks on critical building services equipment, including UPS systems, generators, LV & HV switchgear, CRAC/CRAH units, and BMS/EMS systems.
• Act as site HVAP or assist the Authorised Person with isolations and switching procedures (if qualified).
• Conduct fault diagnosis, issue resolution, and escalation of plant failures.
• Monitor and respond to alarms across BMS/DCIM platforms, ensuring rapid and accurate responses.
• Complete detailed shift reports, logbooks, and permit-to-work documentation.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health and safety, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Support audits, site inspections, and client reporting when required.
• Work closely with contractors, OEM vendors, and internal facilities teams to ensure site integrity.

Requirements

• Recognised electrical or mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a critical environment such as a data centre, hospital, or financial institution.
• Good knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical plant, and safe systems of work (SSOW).
• HV Authorised Person status (desirable), or willingness to achieve AP certification.
• Strong understanding of risk and compliance in a high-availability environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• Experience working on generators, UPS (static and rotary), fire suppression, leak detection, and chillers.
• Familiarity with CMMS tools and BMS systems (Trend, Schneider, or similar).
• IOSH/NEBOSH certifications.
• Basic IT literacy (Excel, Outlook, CAFM systems).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + shift allowance
• Annual training and development budget
• Clear route to Senior Technician / HVAP / Engineering Supervisor roles
• Stable, long-term contract supporting a flagship data centre site
• Access to industry-leading tools, technologies, and support