Lead HVAC Engineer
Location: London NW2
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm (occasional shift cover required)
Salary - £65,000 + 10% performance based bonus, Family BUPA etc.
At Pure DC, we design, build and operate sustainable data centres that power the digital world. We’re looking for a skilled HVAC Engineer to join our collaborative, multi-disciplinary operations team and help maintain mechanical systems that support critical infrastructure.
This is a hands-on engineering role, working with state-of-the-art mechanical and HVAC systems in a fast-paced, safety-first environment. You’ll play a key role in keeping our systems running efficiently, safely and reliably – and you’ll be empowered to share ideas, solve problems and take ownership of your impact.
What you’ll be doing:
* Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, mechanical and plant systems including chillers, boilers, compressed air systems, pumps and steam equipment
* Use BMS, CMS and other systems to monitor, optimise and log system performance
* Work with the maintenance team on site walk-throughs, risk assessments and permit-to-work processes
* Liaise with internal teams and contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality outcomes
* Act as first responder to any issues affecting critical systems, helping to resolve and learn from incidents
* Support planned and reactive maintenance schedules with documentation and continuous improvement in mind
What we’re looking for:
* A qualified engineer with at least 4 years’ post-certification experience in mechanical/HVAC environments
* Confident working independently or as part of a team in a high-integrity environment
* Someone who brings a proactive, problem-solving mindset and a desire to grow their expertise
* Strong communication skills and experience in customer-focused or regulated settings
Essential qualifications and experience:
* HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* F-Gas Cat 1 (City & Guilds)
* Professional certification such as NCC or REC (or national equivalent)
* Legionella awareness
* Experience maintaining HVAC systems in complex or critical environments (data centre experience a plus)
What we offer:
* The opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking company at the cutting edge of digital infrastructure
* A supportive environment that values safety, inclusion, and professional development
* Structured progression and access to ongoing training and mentoring
At Pure DC, we value difference and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve – and to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Please note: All offers are subject to pre-employment screening to BS7858:2019 or equivalent.