Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical / HVAC Data Centre Shift Technician to join our critical facility team in East London. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising, maintaining, and operating mechanical systems within the Data Centre. This role offers an excellent opportunity for engineers with experience in critical environments or mechanical/HVAC systems to support the smooth running of essential infrastructure.

Duties

• Supervise and carry out planned, reactive, and corrective maintenance of mechanical and HVAC systems
• Operate and maintain critical plant, including chilled water systems, ACUs, pumps, motors, fans, and adiabatic cooling systems
• Respond to Building Management System (BMS) alarms and effect emergency repairs as needed
• Create and utilise switching schedules, SOPs, and EOPs in line with company policies and safe systems of work
• Ensure sufficient spares are available for critical plant maintenance
• Prepare and review Method Statements and Risk Assessments to ensure safe working practices
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure compliance with contractual and site requirements
• Maintain strong working relationships with CBRE and client staff
• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with all company and client health & safety policies
• Maintain a professional image of CBRE and deliver excellent customer service
• Keep work packs complete, including subcontractor RAMS, and ensure training and personal development are up to date
• Provide incident support for any unplanned faults or emergencies on site

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical or HVAC discipline
• Experience in a critical environment or data centre preferred
• HVAC knowledge and mechanical plant experience (chillers, pumps, motors, fans, ACUs, adiabatic systems)
• Emergency First Aid at Work qualification desirable
• Manual Handling training advantageous
• Strong understanding of health & safety obligations and safe working practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure
• Professional and presentable, able to work front and back of house
• PASMA & IPAF preferred
• Ability to ascend and descend vertical access equipment
• Flexible regarding working hours

Whats on Offer

• Salary up to £52,000 per annum
• 12-hour continental shift pattern (days and nights)
• 20 days annual leave (no bank holidays)
• Long-term, stable contract within a critical environment
• Ongoing training and development
• Company pension and benefits package

What to do now:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today or call07537 163 682to speak to Harry directly.