Shift Engineer

PRS; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PRS is seeking an experienced Shift Technician to join a critical facilities team in a major data centre. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance across M&E systems to keep the site safe, compliant and operational 24/7.

The role involves working within a dedicated engineering team, monitoring plant, responding to faults, and ensuring UPS, generators, HVAC and LV distribution operate reliably. A pro-active, safety-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre or critical environment is essential.
• Electrical or mechanical engineering background preferred.
• Qualified with NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC or HND or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across M&E systems.
• Monitor and operate critical infrastructure and plant.
• Respond to faults, alarms and equipment failures, and maintain records.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Communication

Reporting

Proactive maintenance

Education

NVQ/ City & Guilds / HNC/HND

Tools

BMS

CMMS

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Technician to join an established critical facilities team operating within a major data centre environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically or mechanically biased engineer looking to develop their career within a highly critical, technology-led facility. You will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across critical infrastructure, ensuring the site remains safe, compliant and operational 24/7.

The Role

As a Shift Technician, you will work as part of a dedicated engineering team responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the facility.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out planned preventative and reactive maintenance across critical M&E systems
• Monitoring and operating critical infrastructure and plant
• Responding to faults, alarms and equipment failures
• Completing daily plant room and equipment inspections
• Operating and monitoring BMS/CMMS systems
• Supporting electrical and mechanical maintenance activities
• Working on LV electrical distribution systems
• Supporting maintenance of UPS, generators, switchgear and associated critical power systems
• Working with HVAC, cooling and chilled water systems
• Completing planned maintenance in accordance with site procedures and schedules
• Following SOPs, EOPs, RAMS and Permit to Work procedures
• Supporting isolations, LOTO and safe systems of work
• Escalating faults and incidents appropriately
• Maintaining accurate engineering and maintenance records
• Working closely with contractors and specialist service providers
• Participating in emergency response and business continuity procedures
• Ensuring all works are completed in line with health & safety and compliance requirements

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience within a data centre, critical environment, commercial building or industrial facility
• An electrical or mechanical engineering background
• Relevant technical qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent
• Strong understanding of critical M&E infrastructure
• Experience with UPS, generators, HVAC, BMS or LV distribution would be highly advantageous
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving ability
• Experience working to strict H&S and compliance procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a 24/7 shift environment
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• A proactive approach to maintenance and operational reliability

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work within a highly critical technical environment
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Strong training and development opportunities
• Exposure to a wide range of critical infrastructure
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to progress within the data centre / critical facilities sector