Shift Maintenance Electrician

ZipRecruiter; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Shift Maintenance Electrician in Sunderland. The role includes performing essential maintenance tasks in a critical data center environment with excellent training, benefits, and a generous shift structure promoting a work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare and bonus incentives

Full training and development opportunities

Pathways to High Voltage (HV) certification

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ Level 3 and City & Guilds 18th Edition.
• Experience in facilities management or a critical environment preferred.
• Comfortable working rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Test and maintain emergency generators for operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance of fire alarm and CCTV systems.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance

City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Job DescriptionShift Maintenance Electrician – Sunderland – Leading Data Centre FM Provider

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting for a Shift Maintenance Electrician to join a globally recognised facilities management company, operating within a mission-critical data centre environment in Sunderland. This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician to work within a high-security, technical setting, supporting the maintenance and reliability of essential building and electrical systems.

Package:

• Salary: £36,090 per annum + £4,000 shift allowance




• 4-on / 4-off shift pattern – days and nights (average of 40 hours per week)




• Work-life balance: Only working half the year due to shift structure




• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays




• Company pension scheme




• Private healthcare, share save scheme & bonus incentives




• Full training and development opportunities




• Pathways to High Voltage (HV) or Low Voltage (LV) Authorised Person certification

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on a wide range of electrical systems




• Regularly test and maintain emergency generators to ensure full operational readiness




• Ensure fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and CCTV remain compliant and fully functional




• Support the maintenance of critical air handling and cooling systems




• Collaborate with engineering colleagues and contractors to deliver a safe and efficient maintenance service




• Adhere to health & safety policies and contribute to a high-performance team culture

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or Maintenance (or equivalent)




• City & Guilds 18th Edition Wiring Regulations




• Additional electrical or building services certifications are advantageous




• Proven background in electrical maintenance within the facilities management or building services sector




• Prior experience in a critical environment (e.g., data centres, healthcare, telecoms) is desirable




• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills




• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics




• Comfortable working a rotating day/night shift pattern




• Full UK driving licence but not essential

This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Maintenance Electrician looking to develop their career in a secure, cutting-edge environment with world-class training and benefits.
Apply today or [e-mail] for more information.