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Data Center Engineer

Data Center Engineer

On site

London, United kingdom

£ 58,500 /year

Freelance

09-02-2026

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Job Specifications

M&E Shift Technician

Critical Environments / Data Centre Operations

Location: West London (onsite)

Shift Pattern: Continental (24/7)

Salary: £58,425 per annum + overtime

Overview

An experienced M&E Shift Technician is required to support the operation of a mission-critical data centre. The role is fully onsite and operates on a continental shift pattern, ensuring the continuous, safe, and efficient running of mechanical and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver PPM, reactive, and breakdown maintenance on all M&E plant
Maintain critical environmental conditions at all times
Fault-find and maintain UPS, generators, HV/LV systems, PDUs, CRAC units, HVAC, and BMS
Ensure work is completed safely, to standard, and in line with best practice
Hold or obtain HV Authorised Person status
Complete all maintenance documentation and shift logs accurately
Supervise subcontractors and ensure permits and RAMS compliance
Escalate faults, risks, and incidents to the Shift Manager
Provide shift cover, lone working, and act as deputy for the Shift Manager when required

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering
18th Edition (BS7671)
HV Authorised Person (or ability to obtain)
Data centre or critical environment experience
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, generators, UPS, HVAC/chillers, and BMS

Desirable:

BMS fault-finding experience
Additional electrical or refrigeration qualifications

If you are interested in this role please email your CV to harvey.rochelle-ash@stottandmay.com for immediate consideration.

About the Company

In late 2009, Stott and May was founded on the belief that hiring managers should never have to make the choice between time to hire and quality of candidate. We noticed a gap in the market for a search offering that can combine the speed of contingent recruitment with a high value, high touch, insightful service more commonly found in the executive search space. A talent solution that's helpful, engaging, collaborative and stacked full of value-add. Built with the flexibility to provide our partners with a choice of best pr... Know more