Shift Technician

Job Title: Shift Technician

Purpose of the Job

• To deliver critical maintenance support within a data centre / critical environment

• To operate as part of a shift team ensuring 24/7 availability of all critical systems

• To carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical or mechanical infrastructure

• To ensure all systems operate safely, efficiently, and in line with site procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical plant

• Monitor, operate, and maintain electrical or mechanical systems depending on bias

• Respond to alarms, faults, and incidents in a calm and methodical manner

• Ensure all work is completed in line with Health & Safety and site procedures

• Accurately complete shift logs, reports, and handover documentation

• Work closely with other technicians to maintain business-critical uptime

• Escalate issues appropriately and support fault resolution

• Participate in training and development programmes

Personal Experience / Qualifications / Skills

• Electrical or Mechanical background

• Level 3 qualification minimum (essential)

• Critical environment experience required (Data Centre, Hospital, Critical Infrastructure, etc.)

• Strong technical knowledge and fault-finding capability

• Ability to work under pressure in a critical setting

• Professional, reliable, and safety-focused

• Willingness to learn and progress technically

Role Details & Benefits

• Location: Slough

• Shift Pattern: Continental Days & Nights

• Salary: £53,000 + 5% bonus

• Training: HV training provided after probation

• Benefits:

• Private healthcare
• Private dental
• Good pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Additional corporate benefits

Accountabilities

• Accountable to the Shift Supervisor / Engineering Manager

• No direct line management responsibility

• Responsible for maintaining uptime of critical systems

• Responsible for safe operation of plant, tools, and equipment