M&E Technical Manager - Data Center

PRS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Annual bonuses

Management benefits

Job summary

PRS is seeking a Data Centre - Technical Manager for the East London/Docklands campus. You will lead a team responsible for the reliable operation of critical and non-critical engineering systems, ensuring business continuity and high safety standards.

The role requires a qualified Electrician with 18th Edition, extensive data centre experience, and strong leadership. You will manage budgets, compliance, and training programs to drive excellence across the site.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with 18th Edition certification.
• Proven experience managing critical environments or data centres.
• Strong leadership and ability to drive safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the site engineering team in critical maintenance and operations.
• Ensure 100% availability of business-critical systems.
• Manage planned and reactive maintenance balancing cost and performance.
• Provide technical leadership and risk assessment across site management.
• Audit and maintain technical documentation and safety records.
• Lead incident management, root cause analysis, and technical reporting.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Data centre operations

Safety management

Decision making

Education

18th Edition Electrical Regulations

IOSH or equivalent

Tools

UPS systems

HVAC/cooling systems

BMS

Job description

M&E Technical Manager - Data Center operations – East London / Docklands

Salary £80-£85,000 + Car Allowance + Annual bonuses + Mgmt Benefits - OTE £100,000 +

Our Client is a global leader in integrated facilities management and engineering services.

The Opportunity:-

We are seeking an experienced Data Centre - Technical Manager to join our growing team in East London / Docklands area. This is a key position within our technical operations function, responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of critical and non-critical engineering systems across a major data centre campus.

As a Technical Manager, you will demonstrate strong technical leadership, a proactive approach to risk management, and a passion for fostering excellence across engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor the site engineering team in all aspects of critical maintenance and operations.


• Ensure continuous operation of all business-critical systems and plant with 100% availability.


• Manage planned and reactive maintenance delivery—balancing cost efficiency with high performance.


• Act as a focal point for technical leadership, providing expert guidance to engineers and site management.


• Support and maintain compliance with all health & safety procedures and statutory regulations.


• Audit and maintain technical documentation such as switching schedules, SOPs, and risk assessments.


• Plan and manage statutory compliance maintenance; ensure all records are accurate and auditable.


• Lead incident management, conduct root cause analysis, and produce technical reports.


• Drive a positive culture of safety, reliability, and professional development.


• Support the creation and delivery of site-specific training programs and authorisation levels (HV/LV/Confined Space).


• Provide technical sign-off for new recruits and develop engineers to meet high technical standards.


• Participate in technical audits and act as part of the escalation team for out-of-hours issues.

About You

• Qualified Electrician (Apprenticeship, HND, or City & Guilds) with 18th Edition Electrical Regulations certification.


• Proven experience managing critical environments or data centres.


• Strong understanding of UPS systems, standby power, and critical HVAC/cooling systems.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.


• Confident managing safety compliance, permits-to-work, and risk assessments.


• Operational knowledge of Health & Safety management systems (IOSH or equivalent certification).


• Experience in managing budgets and maintenance delivery.


• Desirable: Understanding of water hygiene (L8), BMS and HVAC systems, and system integration and handover experience.


• Must be an HV Authorised Person (HVAP) with demonstrable experience enabling appointment at Senior Authorised Person (SAP) level.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a truly global facilities and engineering organisation setting the standard for operational excellence.


• Work in a high-performance technical environment supporting mission-critical infrastructure.


• Access to ongoing training, authorisation, and development programs to advance your engineering career.


• Collaborate within a strong, supportive team culture focused on safety, reliability, and innovation.