Mechanical & Electrical Shift Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading digital infrastructure company as a Mechanical & Electrical Shift Engineer in Slough. This role offers the opportunity to maintain critical facilities infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance through diligent maintenance and inspection practices. You will work in a dynamic team, contributing to infrastructure projects and enhancing facility functionality. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, including comprehensive health coverage and career growth opportunities, this position is perfect for self-motivated individuals looking to make an impact in the data centre operations field.

Benefits

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Private Healthcare

Gymflex Membership

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company Pension Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Annual Season Ticket Loan

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre or critical environment settings.
• In-depth understanding of UPS, generators, and life safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless operation of facility infrastructure through maintenance.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor alarms for performance.
• Execute preventative maintenance and manage repairs on critical equipment.

Skills

Critical Infrastructure Knowledge

Preventative Maintenance

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

ONC/BTEC/NVQ in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BMS

UPS

Generators

Chillers

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Mechanical & Electrical Shift Engineer, Slough

Client: Equinix

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 31c07926235f

Job Views: 14

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

Joining our operations team means that you will be at the forefront of all we do, maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

Responsibilities:

1. Facility Infrastructure Maintenance: Ensure the seamless operation of our facility infrastructure through diligent maintenance practices.
2. Site Inspections & Monitoring: Conduct regular site inspections and monitor building and data centre alarms to ensure optimal performance.
3. Preventative Maintenance: Oversee and execute preventative maintenance on site infrastructure, either directly or through vendor management, including managing the permit to work system.
4. Repairs & Corrective Maintenance: Perform and manage repairs and corrective maintenance on critical equipment to maintain uninterrupted service.
5. Planned Maintenance: Prepare and execute planned maintenance activities to ensure the reliability of our infrastructure.
6. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive site logs and data records, including MOPs (Method of Procedure) and scripts.
7. Incident Response: Assist senior staff in responding to on-site incidents and take initiative in handling basic incidents based on your expertise.
8. Work Requests & Installations: Complete basic work requests and circuit installations efficiently.
9. Infrastructure Projects: Participate actively in ongoing infrastructure projects to enhance our facilities.
10. Works Projects: Execute small works projects, such as lighting upgrades, to improve site functionality.

Requirements:

1. Educational Background: ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
2. Experience: Previous experience in data centre or critical environment settings.
3. Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of critical infrastructure, including UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems. HV switching experience preferred.
4. Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package.
• Generous Leave: 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days (pro rata for shift positions).
• Comprehensive Insurance & Health Benefits: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage, and Gymflex Membership.
• Investment Opportunities: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension Plan.
• Travel Benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme and Annual Season Ticket Loan.
• Career Growth: Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Join us and be a part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement in the dynamic field of data centre operations.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing the relevant form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, or other protected statuses.