> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1326880-data-centre-shift-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1326880-data-centre-shift-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Centre Shift Lead - **Company:** CBRE, Inc. - **Location:** UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Data Centers, Microsoft Office - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bf94dc94185e1c4d ## About the Role City & Guilds Electrical Competency Parts 1 & 2 or equivalent Good building services knowledge Critical Environment Experience Good Customer relationship skills Working knowledge of \"Permit to work\" systems Understand and interpret technical drawings / processes Experience of CMMS and BMS systems Desirable Time served electrical apprenticeship Experience of working in Data Centres HV switching qualification/experience 18th Edition IEE Regulations Experience of Microsoft Office applications ACoPs L8 ## Description Management of holiday, sickness cover requirements and HR issues including completion of appraisals of shift staff Work with management to ensure training plans are in place and implemented Maintain the image, appearance and professional standing of CBRE GWS technical team at all times Supervision of technical M&E shift team and senior technical representative out of hours. Act as point of contact for technical service delivery Plan and manage workload on shift; scheduling works based on priorities to ensure completion of PPM's / CM's and reactive work orders within defined SLA's; highlight any concerns to TSM Ensure high degree of communication at shift handover via verbal handover period, shift log book, email and status board Liaison with other FM Workplace Solutions service providers to provide an integrated service. Provide timely customer feedback verbally face to face, email or calling card Act as Authorised Person for control of work - CBRE GWS and specialist contractors to agreed. Permit to Work System (all project work to be controlled via CBRE GWS) Carry out electrical switching operations on systems within Change Control Process and authorization limits to agreed switching programmes Lead in shift training by scenarios and lessons learnt; knowledge from O&M's I site drawings. Operate critical plant where authorised Ensure compliance to client and CBRE GWS health and safety processes and procedures at all times for all work carried out by CBRE GWS staff and sub-contractors Carry out toolbox talks, workplace assessments and audits at required frequencies supporting TSM as required Adherence to CBRE GWS business processes and procedures with correct financial approvals. Ensure appropriate budgetary control is exercised on all CBRE spend (parts, tools, instruments, training, PPE) Provide a weekly performance report on workload status using maintenance management system (Real Suite) Submit monthly status to TSM as contribution to the client monthly report to include any problem areas I HSE issues I SLA highlights ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [My journey into DevOps world - How it all started!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/545-my-journey-into-devops-world-how-it-all-started) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [How Your Bundle Size Affects The Climate](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/308-how-your-bundle-size-affects-the-climate) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette)