Data Centre Shift Technician (Electrical or Mechanical Bias) – Slough – £55,650 (Including Bonus)
Introduction:
An industry-leading critical services provider is looking for a skilled Shift Technician to join their Data Centre team in Slough. This is a permanent position within a highly secure, technically complex environment offering long-term development, including HV/LV authorisation.
Role Overview:
Working on a continental shift pattern covering both days and nights, you’ll be responsible for maintaining all M&E systems within a live data centre environment. You must have prior experience in a critical setting and exposure to HV or LV systems.
Key Responsibilities:
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Continental shift role: 4 days, 6 off, 4 nights, 4 off, 3 days, 3 nights, 4 off
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Working on all site-based mechanical or electrical systems (depending on bias)
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Routine PPMs and reactive maintenance on critical plant
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Monitoring and operation of HV/LV systems (training provided if not yet authorised)
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Escalating faults and carrying out fault diagnostics across essential systems
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Working alongside other engineers to ensure uptime and performance
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Supporting emergency call-outs and incident response where required
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Completing maintenance logs and compliance documentation
Qualifications & Experience:
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Time-served Engineer with Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
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18th Edition (for Electrical bias) or City & Guilds Mechanical equivalent
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Experience within a critical environment (Data Centres, Hospitals, Banking, Pharma)
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HV or LV system understanding – authorisation ideal but not essential
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Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capabilities
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Ex-Forces (Royal Navy) engineers with relevant experience are encouraged to apply
On Offer:
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£53,000 basic salary + 5% bonus = £55,650 total
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Continental shift pattern (4 on / 6 off etc.) – Days & Nights (6:30am – 6:30pm)
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Private healthcare
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Excellent pension scheme – matched contribution
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HV/LV training and opportunity for future authorisation
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Holiday allowance confirmed during interview