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# Data Centre Shift Engineer

- **Company:** CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd
- **Location:** Southampton, UK
- **Salary:** £52,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Centers, Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/data-centre-shift-engineer/54338117

## About the Role

Requirements:Electrically qualified, ideally with City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ.
City & Guilds 18th Edition qualification.
HV/LV experience or authorisation desirable.
Proven experience in building services maintenance.
Multi-skilled knowledge across electrical and mechanical systems.
Knowledge of critical building services, including UPS systems, generators, power distribution, HVAC and HV/LV infrastructure.
Strong communication and client-facing skills.
Good leadership and team management abilities.

## Description

The successful candidate will be electrically biased, with strong building maintenance experience and the ability to lead a shift team within a critical environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to develop their career, with a competitive salary of £52,000, ongoing training and progression opportunities.
Hours of Work:Continental shift pattern - days and nights

Days: 07:00 - 17:00

Nights: 19:00 - 07:00

Key Duties & Responsibilities:Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across all building services and client assets.
Ensure accurate maintenance records are maintained, including health and safety, building compliance and quality assurance documentation.
Supervise subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with contractual requirements.
Ensure plant faults and defects are identified and rectified promptly to maintain operational reliability.
Ensure appropriate spare parts are available to support maintenance activities.
Complete job sheets and maintain comprehensive maintenance records.
Prepare, review and follow Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all planned and reactive works.
Lead and manage the shift engineering team, ensuring all tasks are completed to the required standard.
Maintain and develop strong working relationships with the client.
Delegate and monitor work to ensure tasks are actioned and completed efficiently.
Conduct annual performance appraisals for shift engineers.
Identify training requirements and support the development of the shift team through appropriate training plans.