Lead Engineer
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
Data Centre
Location:
Chertsey, Surrey
Salary:
Up to £58,000 + Overtime + Excellent Benefits
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Lead Engineer
to join a high-performing
data centre
team based in
Chertsey, Surrey. This role sits at the heart of a mission-critical environment, where reliability, precision, and leadership are essential.
As the
Lead Engineer, youll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all electrical systems, coordinating the shift team, and maintaining operational excellence across a modern, high-spec data centre facility.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the shift team in delivering
planned and reactive electrical maintenance
across all data centre systems.
Operate, maintain, and fault-find on
HV/LV infrastructure, including switchgear, UPS, generators, and lighting systems.
Oversee
PPMs, reactive tasks, and critical system monitoring
to ensure continuous uptime.
Act as the primary technical point of contact during your shift.
Monitor and respond to
BMS and alarm systems, escalating where necessary.
Mentor and support shift engineers, promoting high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Ensure compliance documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time.
Liaise with contractors, clients, and management to maintain smooth operations.
Skills & Experience Required:
Recognised
Electrical Apprenticeship ,
City & Guilds, or
NVQ Level 3
qualification.
18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations .
Proven experience in a
data centre or critical environment
essential.
Strong technical knowledge of
UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and control systems .
Previous
leadership or supervisory experience
in a building services or maintenance team.
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
Whats on Offer:
Salary up to
£58,000 per annum
Based at a
state-of-the-art data centre in Chertsey, Surrey
Continental
shift pattern
(days and nights)
Overtime opportunities and additional earning potential
Ongoing training, development, and career progression within a critical environment
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