Data Centre Technical Manager – East London / Docklands
OTE c£95,000 – Made up of Salary, annual performance bonus + Car Allowance + Mgmt Benefits
Our Client is a global leader in integrated facilities management and engineering services.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Data Centre Technical Manager to join our growing team in East London / Docklands area. This is a key position within our technical operations function, responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of critical and non‑critical engineering systems across a major data centre campus.
As a Technical Manager, you will demonstrate strong technical leadership, a proactive approach to risk management, and a passion for fostering excellence across engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, develop, and mentor the site engineering team in all aspects of critical maintenance and operations.
* Ensure continuous operation of all business‑critical systems and plant with 100% availability.
* Manage planned and reactive maintenance delivery—balancing cost efficiency with high performance.
* Act as a focal point for technical leadership, providing expert guidance to engineers and site management.
* Support and maintain compliance with all health & safety procedures and statutory regulations.
* Audit and maintain technical documentation such as switching schedules, SOPs, and risk assessments.
* Plan and manage statutory compliance maintenance; ensure all records are accurate and auditable.
* Lead incident management, conduct root cause analysis, and produce technical reports.Drive a positive culture of safety, reliability, and professional development.
* Support the creation and delivery of site‑specific training programs and authorisation levels (HV/LV/Confined Space).
* Provide technical sign‑off for new recruits and develop engineers to meet high technical standards.
* Participate in technical audits and act as part of the escalation team for out‑of‑hours issues.
About You
* Qualified Electrician (Apprenticeship, HND, or City & Guilds) with 18th Edition Electrical Regulations certification.
* Proven experience managing critical environments or data centres.
* Strong understanding of UPS systems, standby power, and critical HVAC/cooling systems.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills.
* Confident managing safety compliance, permits‑to‑work, and risk assessments.
* Operational knowledge of Health & Safety management systems (IOSH or equivalent certification).
* Experience in managing budgets and maintenance delivery.
* Desirable: Understanding of water hygiene (L8), BMS and HVAC systems, and system integration and handover experience.
* Must be an HV Authorised Person (HVAP) with demonstrable experience enabling appointment at Senior Authorised Person (SAP) level.
Why Join Us
* Be part of a truly global facilities and engineering organisation setting the standard for operational excellence.
* Work in a high‑performance technical environment supporting mission‑critical infrastructure.
* Access to ongoing training, authorisation, and development programs to advance your engineering career.
* Collaborate within a strong, supportive team culture focused on safety, reliability, and innovation.
Mark Evans
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