Data Centre Shift Technician - Hayes/ Slough

We’re hiring: Data Centre Shift Technicians x3 | Hayes / Slough 🚨 Looking for a dynamic shift-based role within a critical environment where no two days are the same? This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team, working across modern data centre facilities. We’re recruiting three skilled Data Centre Shift Technicians to join a well-established team. This is a permanent, full-time role ideal for experienced engineers who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. 🔧 The Role You’ll be responsible for maintaining and supporting all mechanical and electrical systems within a critical data centre environment, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and compliance at all times. ⚙️ What You’ll Be Doing • Maintaining and repairing building mechanical & electrical systems and associated components • Carrying out routine inspections, testing, and accurate record keeping • Managing water systems in line with L8 legislation and compliance standards • Conducting daily plant room and site walk-rounds to identify and resolve defects • Monitoring environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, etc.) to meet operational requirements • Operating and adjusting BMS systems to optimise HVAC performance and efficiency • Responding promptly to helpdesk requests and resolving faults within SLA timeframes • Managing defects from identification through to completion, including sourcing parts and raising purchase orders • Coordinating and supervising subcontractors on-site • Maintaining logbooks, records, and certification for compliance and audit purposes • Reporting hazards, incidents, and updates to Shift and Operations Managers • Identifying and implementing energy efficiency improvements 👷 What We’re Looking For • Electrically or mechanically qualified engineer (multi-skilled preferred) • Experience working in critical environments (e.g. data centres, hospitals, or similar) • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills • Good understanding of BMS and HVAC systems • Knowledge of compliance standards including water hygiene (L8) • Ability to work effectively as part of a shift team • Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented approach • Strong communication and organisational skills 💼 What’s On Offer • 💷 Salary: £50,900 per annum • 🔄 Shift Pattern: 4 on, 6 off, 4 on, 4 off, 6 on, 4 off • 🏥 Private healthcare & medical cover • 💰 Enhanced overtime rates (opportunities across multiple sites) • 🏦 Pension scheme • 🌴 20 shift days holiday + option to buy 10 additional days • 👶 6 months full maternity/paternity pay • 🤒 Excellent sick pay • 🛍️ Retail discounts • 📚 Strong training and development budget • 📈 Annual salary reviews • 🚗 Salary sacrifice EV car scheme 📍 Location: Hayes / Slough ℹ️ Additional Information • Opportunity to work across multiple sites within a large campus environment • Ideal for engineers seeking long-term stability, career progression, and exposure to critical infrastructure This is a fantastic opportunity for a Shift Technician looking to build a career within a highly technical and rewarding environment