Data Centre Technician

At EMCOR UK part of OCS, we deliver facilities management for the Defence sector by combining our engineering heritage with advanced innovation to support mission critical environments. We put people at the heart of everything we do, working closely with Defence customers to understand their needs, from strategic estate priorities to the safe, reliable delivery of day-to-day services across secure sites.

For our people, working in Defence offers long term stability and the opportunity to build a meaningful, lasting career. Defence contracts are typically longstanding, providing job security, continuity of work, and the chance to develop deep expertise within complex, high profile environments.

Our purpose is to ensure Defence infrastructure remains resilient, compliant, and ready to support operational effectiveness.

Through our One Data World platform, we use secure, data-driven insights to optimise performance, proactively manage critical assets, and adapt services to evolving operational demands, while enhancing the experience of personnel on-site.

By taking on the complexity of facilities management, EMCOR UK enables Defence organisations to stay focused on their core mission, while we ensure the infrastructure behind it performs without compromise.

About the role

What you'll do:

• Conduct and record preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis of critical plant and
• Equipment, Document and support the corrective actions identified Mechanical and Electrical
• Support and facilitate specialist subcontractors/vendors during planned, reactive or project tasks while ensuring they conform to the site procedures and agreed safety documentation.
• Monitor, maintain, investigate and acknowledge the BMS and SCADA systems.
• Undertake daily site checks to note and proactively repair any defects and to maintain plant rooms in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
• Rectify and record defects through the helpdesk to ensure SLA timeframes are always met.
• Provide rapid and effective response to customer and helpdesk requirements.
• Review subcontractor competencies before work permits are authorized.
• Ensure compliance and escalate any issues that affect the availability, health and safety and security of the site.
• Adhere to all current company and Critical Engineering Management policies.
• Provide innovative solutions and recommendations to improve processes, building, plant and systems.
• Develop relationships with the client.

• Strong Mechanical and/or Electrical Knowledge & experience
• Hold a relevant technical qualification (NVQ/Apprenticeship/HNC etc.)
• Good knowledge of Generators, Cooling systems and UPS systems
• Hold a valid UK driving license
• Able to organise and manage own workload
• Positive proactive attitude and can take ownership of the site
• Aware of site critically and work risks
• Strong admin skills with Microsoft packages
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Working Hours: 07:45 - 16:30 (16:15 on a Friday) + 9 day fortnight; every 2nd Friday OFF!

Benefits: 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more., * Industry leading maternity & paternity policies

• Refer a friend scheme - worth £500 per referral
• GEMS - Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
• Dental scheme
• Access to health assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries

EMCOR UK benefits At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving. We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed. Join us in building a better world at work.