DC Shift Technician

CBRE; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global facilities management company is looking for a DC Shift Technician in London. The role involves maintaining electrical systems and performance in data centers, ensuring all equipment meets safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience in the building services industry and is qualified in electrical maintenance. This full-time position offers opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a good understanding of building services, particularly UPS, generators, and air conditioning.
• Individuals with commitment and technical competence may be considered even if all requirements are not met.

Responsibilities

• Ensure site Electrical systems are operated and maintained according to standards.
• Carry out day-to-day maintenance and reactive issues regarding all electrical equipment.
• Ensure proper communication with Shift Supervisor about plant status and issues.
• Perform operation and troubleshooting of electrical installations and systems.

Skills

Previous experience in Building Services industry

C&G qualified or equivalent in electrical services/maintenance

18th Edition IEE: Wiring & Installation competent

HV Approved Person

Strong communication skills

Proactive in achieving the highest standard of operation

Integrity, honesty and punctuality

Education

Recognised training or apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

DC Shift Technician

Job ID 207582

Posted 04-Aug-2025

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Data Centers, Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Hayes - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

About the Role

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We would like to invite Shift Engineers who have experience working within a Critical Environment or Engineers who are looking to move into Critical Environments, to join our talent pool for both current and future opportunities.

As a Shift Engineer working for the Data Centre Solutions team, your duties may include:

Responsibilities

• To ensure site Electrical systems are operated and maintained to the required codes of practice and industry guidelines.
• Ensure the PPM’s for the as built equipment is fully maintained and carried out in a high calibre and on time.
• To carry out day-to-day maintenance and reactive issues relating to all the electrical equipment and assets.
• Complete information and feed back to computer based systems particularly the PPM system.
• Carry out fault identification/rectification and escalation when required on heating, ventilation and air conditioning issues.
• Installation and modification of site electrical services.
• Maintain effective communication to the Shift Supervisor including plant status, plant isolation, issues arising, ongoing works and standards of housekeeping.
• Ensure any parts required are clearly and accurately stated and any difficulties encountered on engineering activities are reported to the Shift Supervisor.
• Plant areas, workshops, stores, changing/rest areas etc. are kept to the highest level of housekeeping
• Operation and trouble shooting for the following:
• Building Electrical Installation (associated panels, equipment, and circuits).
• Emergency lighting.
• Lighting Control system.
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Fire suppression and detection systems
• Air conditioning System, VAV, FCU’s and Split Systems.
• AHU’s, Variable speed drives.
• Heating system.
• Generators and controls.
• Single and three phase motors.
• UPS system and associated control systems.
• Operation of HV systems (training and familiarisation with this system will be made available).

Skills / Qualifications

• Previous experience in Building Services industry
• C&G qualified or equivalent in an electrical services/maintenance.
• 18th Edition IEE: Wiring & Installation competent
• HV Approved Person
• Confined Space entry trained. (Where required)
• Recognised training or apprenticeship
• Strong communication skills and the ability to deal with all levels of staff.
• Demonstrate a good understanding and be technically competent in all building services, in particular UPS, generators, static switches, water treatment, refrigeration and air conditioning.
• Proactive in achieving the highest standard of operation.
• Demonstrate a willingness to attend on and off site training for plant and systems as they are installed. This may require nights away from home.
• Reliable and conscientious
• Individuals who can demonstrate commitment and technical competence; but do not meet all the requirements may be considered subject to client approval.
• Advanced communication skills with a full understanding of customer needs & expectations
• Ability to comprehend and act upon both verbal and written instructions
• Enthusiasm and demonstration of pro-activity, diligence and alertness, with the willingness to participate in appropriate training schemes
• Integrity, honesty and punctuality is also expected