Experienced Shift Technician responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical infrastructure within a high-availability data centre environment. Working as part of a 24/7 shift team to ensure maximum uptime, operational resilience, and compliance with health, safety, and technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Performed planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical systems including:
* LV electrical systems
* UPS systems and standby generators
* HVAC / CRAC cooling infrastructure
* BMS and monitoring systems
* Fire suppression and detection systems
* Conducted routine plant inspections, fault diagnosis, and first-line response to critical alarms and incidents.
* Supported contractor management, permit-to-work procedures, and safe system of work compliance.
* Monitored building and environmental conditions to maintain uptime and operational efficiency.
* Escalated critical issues appropriately and contributed to incident reporting and root cause analysis.
* Maintained accurate maintenance records, shift logs, and compliance documentation.
* Assisted with switching operations, isolations, and emergency response procedures in a mission-critical environment.
* Worked collaboratively with engineering teams, facilities management, and external vendors to support continuous operations.
Skills & Experience
* Critical environment / mission-critical facilities maintenance
* Electrical and mechanical maintenance
* Fault finding and troubleshooting
* Preventative and reactive maintenance
* Data centre operations
* Health & Safety compliance
* Permit-to-work systems
* BMS / monitoring platforms
* Emergency response procedures
* Team collaboration within 24/7 shift operations
Certifications (Optional to Include)
* City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* HV/LV Authorised Person or awareness training
* IOSH / Health & Safety certifications