Job Title: Data Centre Day Technician (HVAP)
Location: Longcross, UK
Employment Type: Full-Time | Day Shift
Sector: Data Centres / Engineering & Critical Facilities
Overview
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Day Technician (High Voltage Authorised Person) to join a mission-critical engineering team at a cutting-edge data centre campus in Longcross. This role is ideal for a skilled electrical professional with experience in critical environments who is looking to step into a key position within a dynamic and highly technical facility.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily walk-rounds to ensure the operational status of all plant and equipment
Issue and manage Permit to Work (PTW), Authorisation to Work (ATW), Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), and dynamic risk assessments
Act as an on-site escort for contractors and third-party vendors
Respond to and resolve reactive faults, breakdowns, and emergency call-outs
Conduct proactive maintenance and remedial works across electrical and mechanical systems
Take meter readings and support energy efficiency initiatives
Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities in line with contractual obligations
Update and manage internal maintenance systems (e.g. CAFM) to track asset history and job completion
Participate in monthly generator tests and fire alarm testing
Ensure on-site documentation and logbooks are kept up to date and compliant
Use client ticketing systems to manage and close reactive work orders in line with SLAs
Monitor and report on building fabric conditions, ensuring timely repairs and actions
Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 5 years' experience in a data centre or critical environment
Electrical qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
HVAP status or working toward High Voltage Authorised Person qualification
Strong understanding of M&E systems and compliance frameworks
Experience using CAFM and digital maintenance management systems
Comfortable working under pressure in a high-availability environment
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Good attention to detail and ownership of responsibilities
Preferred (Not Essential)
Electrical testing & inspection certification
Low Voltage Authorised Person certification
IPAF and PASMA certifications
Harness inspection training
HVAC system awareness or qualifications
What's on Offer
A critical role within a high-profile data centre environment
Training and development in HV, electrical systems, and compliance
Day shift schedule promoting work-life balance
Long-term career growth in one of the most rapidly evolving sectors in engineering
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