Mechanical Data Centre Shift Engineer

Job Description

Data Centre HVAP Technician Location: Mission-Critical Data Centre\n Shift Pattern: Continental Shift\n\n Power the systems that power the world. We are seeking an experienced High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP) to join a state-of-the-art data centre supporting business-critical infrastructure within a high-performance, zero-tolerance environment.\n As a Data Centre HVAP Technician, you will act as a key guardian of electrical safety and operational continuity. Working closely with the Building Engineering Supervisor and Engineering Shift Leader, you will take ownership of high-voltage operations, planned maintenance, and incident response across critical electrical infrastructure.\n\n This continental shift role offers autonomy, technical , and exposure to advanced mission-critical systems where precision, compliance, and safety are paramount.\n Key Responsibilities Critical Engineering & Operations\nDeliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across electrical and associated building systems in line with agreed SLAs.\nAct as the site High Voltage Authorised Person, carrying out switching operations, isolations, and control of high-risk electrical activities.\nPrepare, review, and execute switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs in accordance with approved Safe Systems of Work.\nRespond promptly to BMS alarms and unplanned events, diagnosing faults and restoring services with minimal disruption.\nSupport operational resilience by maintaining system uptime and protecting the integrity of critical infrastructure.Safety, Compliance & Control\nManage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system, ensuring all documentation and control measures are correctly implemented.\nPrepare, review, and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).\nMaintain evaporative cooling and domestic water systems in accordance with L8 compliance requirements.\nSupervise subcontractors and specialist vendors, ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with statutory and site requirements.\nMaintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental legislation.Operational Support & Reporting\nSupport incident management during faults, outages, and emergency scenarios.\nEnsure availability and tracking of critical spares and essential materials.\nAccurately record maintenance activities and technical reports using REALM or equivalent CAFM systems.\nBuild strong working relationships with internal teams and client representatives.\nMaintain a safe, professional working environment with a strong customer focus.Development & Continuous Improvement\nEnhance technical capability through structured training and professional development.\nDemonstrate ownership and accountability in maintaining high operational standards.\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety, compliance, and operational reliability.Essential Requirements\nCurrent High Voltage Authorised Person (HVAP) status.\nUp-to-date Wiring Regulations certification.\nNVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.\nEmergency First Aid at Work certification.\nProven experience managing faults or incidents within mission-critical or high-availability environments.\nStrong knowledge of health & safety legislation relating to engineering and maintenance operations.\nExcellent communication skills with a professional and confident approach.\nHigh attention to detail with strong numeracy and literacy skills.\nSelf-motivated, dependable, and committed to safe systems of work.\nAbility to work both independently and collaboratively under pressure.\nPhysically capable of accessing plant areas, including the use of vertical access equipment.\nFlexibility to work continental shift patterns.Desirable\nManual Handling certification.\nPASMA and IPAF qualifications.\nKnowledge of integrated systems including Fire, PMS, and BMS platforms.\nStrong sense of accountability and operational ownership within critical environments.Why Join Us?

This role goes beyond routine maintenance — you will help safeguard the infrastructure that keeps global businesses running.\n You will work with advanced electrical systems, benefit from clearly defined development pathways, and be part of a professional, safety-driven team where quality, reliability, and technical excellence are the standard.\n If you are an experienced HV Authorised Person looking to operate at the highest level within a mission-critical environment, we welcome your application