Shift Technician

PRS; Longcross; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PRS is recruiting an experienced Shift Technician to support a large-scale, mission-critical data centre facility in Longcross, Surrey.

The role focuses on planned preventative and reactive maintenance across critical building infrastructure, monitoring electrical and mechanical plant and equipment, and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

You will work with contractors, maintain records and uphold health and safety standards in a demanding 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Shift Technician, Maintenance Engineer or Building Services Engineer.
• Electrical or Mechanical engineering background.
• Experience working within a Data Centre, Critical Environment or similar 24/7 facility is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, HVAC, chillers and electrical distribution.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across critical building infrastructure.
• Monitor and maintain electrical and mechanical plant and equipment.
• Respond to faults, breakdowns and technical issues to minimize disruption.
• Support operation and maintenance of critical systems including UPS, generators, LV/HV distribution, chillers, HVAC and BMS.
• Conduct regular plant inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain maintenance records, shift logs and documentation.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety procedures and site standards.

Skills

Fault finding

Maintenance

Building services

Education

Electrical or Mechanical qualifications

Tools

UPS systems

Generators

HV distribution

Chillers

HVAC

BMS

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Technician to join a leading operator within the Data Centre industry, supporting a large-scale, mission-critical facility in Longcross, Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically or mechanically biased engineer with a background in critical environments, facilities management or building services to join a growing team responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of a highly critical site.

The Role:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across critical building infrastructure.
• Monitor and maintain electrical and mechanical plant and equipment.
• Respond to faults, breakdowns and technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Support the operation and maintenance of critical systems, including UPS, generators, LV/HV distribution, chillers, HVAC and BMS.
• Conduct regular plant inspections, identify potential issues and implement corrective actions.
• Work alongside contractors and specialist service providers to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, shift logs and operational documentation.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety procedures and site operating standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Shift Technician, Maintenance Engineer or Building Services Engineer.
• Electrical or Mechanical engineering background.
• Experience working within a Data Centre, Critical Environment or similar 24/7 facility is highly advantageous.
• Good understanding of critical infrastructure and building services.
• Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, HVAC, chillers and electrical distribution.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join an established Data Centre operation.
• Exposure to critical infrastructure and mission-critical environments.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career progression within the Data Centre sector.