HV Supervisor

PRS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Supervisor to oversee operations at a large data centre in South London. This role involves supervising a team of engineers, ensuring safety compliance in high-value electrical infrastructure, and managing maintenance activities. Candidates should have a strong background in HV systems, supervisory experience, and relevant electrical qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary between £55,000 and £60,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within a data centre or critical environment.
• Strong HV electrical background with Authorised Person experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of electrical safety rules and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate a team of critical engineers on site.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of HV/LV electrical infrastructure.
• Manage permits to work, risk assessments, and method statements.

Skills

HV electrical background

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of electrical safety rules

Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations

Education

Relevant electrical qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)

Job description

Supervisor – Data Centre environment – £55,000 – £60,000

An established global facilities management provider is seeking an experienced Supervisor (HV) to support operations at a large, mission‑critical data centre in South London. This is a key leadership role, responsible for supervising day‑to‑day critical engineering operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and uptime.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate a team of critical engineers on site
• Act as the Authorised Person / Senior Authorised Person for HV systems (where applicable)
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of HV/LV electrical infrastructure
• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Manage permits to work, risk assessments, and method statements
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and site procedures
• Support incident response and escalation processes in a 24/7 critical environment

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a data centre or critical environment
• Strong HV electrical background (Authorised Person experience preferred)
• Supervisory or team leadership experience
• Excellent knowledge of electrical safety rules and compliance standards
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in high‑pressure situations
• Relevant electrical qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent)