Shift Technician

PRS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PRS is recruiting an experienced Shift Technician to join a leading facilities management team operating within a mission-critical data centre environment in Docklands, London. The role focuses on safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure and response to faults and alarms.

You will perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance, monitor UPS, generators, LV distribution, HVAC systems, and BMS controls, and work within RAMS, SOPs, EOPs and permit to work procedures as part of a

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Shift Technician or similar in critical facilities.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience with PPM and reactive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive maintenance across the facility.
• Monitor and maintain critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Respond to faults and alarms and support continuous operation.
• Complete routine plant room inspections and operational checks.
• Monitor BMS and associated control systems and ensure safe operation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

Shift work

Data centre experience

Education

Electrical qualification

Tools

BMS/Controls

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Technician to join a leading facilities management team operating within a mission-critical data centre environment in Docklands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance background to join an established engineering team responsible for the safe and reliable operation of critical infrastructure.

The successful candidate will carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance, respond to faults and alarms, and support the continuous operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance across the facility.
• Monitor and maintain critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Respond to equipment faults, alarms and breakdowns.
• Complete routine plant room inspections and operational checks.
• Monitor BMS and associated control systems.
• Maintain and operate critical electrical systems including UPS, generators and LV distribution.
• Support maintenance of HVAC, cooling and mechanical systems.
• Carry out fault finding and remedial works within your level of authorisation.
• Assist with testing, inspections and planned maintenance activities.
• Liaise with contractors and specialist engineering teams.
• Follow site-specific SOPs, EOPs, RAMS, Permit to Work and LOTO procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logbooks and shift documentation.
• Complete effective shift handovers and communicate outstanding issues.
• Support emergency response and incident management procedures.
• Identify potential equipment failures and elevate appropriately.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed safely and in accordance with site procedures.

Technical Environment

The role will provide exposure to a range of mission-critical infrastructure, including:

• UPS systems
• Standby generators
• LV electrical distribution
• Switchgear
• HVAC systems
• Chillers and chilled water systems
• CRAC / CRAH units
• AHUs
• BMS / controls
• Pumps and motors
• Emergency systems
• General building services

About You

We're looking for an engineer with previous experience within a data centre, critical environment, commercial, industrial or similarly complex technical facility.

You should have:

• Previous experience as a Shift Technician, Shift Engineer, Critical Facilities Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or similar.
• Strong electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience.
• Experience working with critical infrastructure.
• Good knowledge of PPM and reactive maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within a shift-based engineering environment.
• Understanding of RAMS, SOPs, EOPs, LOTO and Permit to Work procedures.
• Relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications.
• A proactive approach to maintenance and operational reliability.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a technical team.

The Opportunity

This is a strong opportunity to join an established engineering operation within a high-profile mission-critical environment in London.

You'll gain exposure to a broad range of electrical and mechanical infrastructure while working alongside an experienced engineering team, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise within the data centre sector.

If you're an experienced Shift Technician or Critical Facilities Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Docklands, we'd be keen to hear from you.