Data Centre Electrical Shift Specialist (AP)

Centrica plc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrica Business Solutions in Ireland is seeking a Shift Operations Electrical AP to monitor and maintain critical data centre power assets. You will manage events, coordinate with shift teams, and ensure safe, compliant operations following SSOW and permit procedures.

The role requires strong IT literacy, documentation skills, and hands-on LV electrical switching with a focus on uptime and safety. You will work closely with stakeholders and contribute to accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in mission-critical and/or power-generation environments.
• Good IT literacy and ability to write and develop documents, SOPs/EOPs.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Maintenance Management Systems).
• Familiarity with UPS and battery systems.
• Experience carrying out electrical switching activities and testing (LV).

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer assets to maximise efficiency in line with contractual terms.
• Manage and prioritise incoming event notifications to comply with contractual obligations.
• Provide professional, concise communications to internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of tasks in the monitoring tool and asset management system.
• Ensure thorough handovers between shift teams to maintain safe operations.
• Conduct daily site inspections of mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure the site’s environmental conditions support a safe work environment.
• React to Building Management System alarms and carry out emergency actions as procedures.
• Issue permits and oversee third-party vendors in line with policies and regulations.
• Produce reports detailing asset availability and performance patterns.
• Adhere to company policies and code of ethics.
• Support the maintenance team during maintenance activities.

Skills

IT literacy

Documentation (SOPs/EOPs)

UPS and battery systems

Electrical switching (LV)

CMMS familiarity

Education

NFQ Level 6 (Tradesperson) or equivalent in electrical discipline

Engineering degree desirable

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Centrica Business Solutions in Ireland is seeking a Shift Operations Electrical AP to monitor and maintain critical data centre power assets. You will manage events, coordinate with shift teams, and ensure safe, compliant operations following SSOW and permit procedures.

The role requires strong IT literacy, documentation skills, and hands-on LV electrical switching with a focus on uptime and safety. You will work closely with stakeholders and contribute to accurate reporting.