Consultant name: Mark Evans
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Job reference: CM-89
Date posted: 06/10/2025
Building Services Engineering Data Centre – Shift Manager
£65,000-£70,000 +
Location: Slough
Division: Data Centre Solutions
Company: Facilities Engineering Contractor
Facilities Engineering Contractor is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and real estate management services. We are seeking an experienced Shift Manager to lead our engineering team at a data centre in Slough.
This role is responsible for supervising planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site policies, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Shift Manager will also act as the site Authorised Person, managing all safety documentation and operational controls, while coordinating daily shift operations and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Oversee and coordinate all shift maintenance activities (planned/reactive) to meet SLAs
2. Monitor Building Management Systems and respond to alarms/emergencies
3. Implement and manage the Permit to Work system, ensuring vendor compliance
4. Ensure SOPs/EOPs and switching schedules are aligned with safety procedures and company policy
5. Maintain compliance of cooling and domestic water systems (L8)
6. Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability for maintenance tasks
7. Supervise subcontractors and ensure adherence to site protocols
8. Promote a professional and safety-first environment
9. Develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
10. Provide technical leadership and guidance to the shift team
11. Review and approve RAMS, and prepare comprehensive job packs
12. Monitor team performance, conduct reviews, and support training and development
13. Manage shift ROTA, including leave, sickness, and return-to-work processes
14. Maintain site documentation, statutory log books, and vendor report records
15. Lead on-site incident management and emergency response drills
Qualifications & Skills
16. HV Authorisation (required)
17. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline
18. Current Wiring Regulations certification
19. Emergency First Aid at Work
20. Manual Handling, PASMA & IPAF (preferred)
21. Proven experience in a critical environment and real-time fault management
22. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance in maintenance environments
23. Experience working with complex systems (e.g., Fire, PMS, BMS)
24. Strong organisational and leadership skills
25. Excellent communication, both written and verbal
26. High level of integrity and accountability
27. Able to work independently and as part of a team
28. Physically fit and able to work at height
29. Flexible with shift hours and operational demands
Mark Evans