M&E Data Centre Engineer

Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Data Centre Engineer

Our client, a leading UK edge infrastructure provider, is seeking a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Engineer to join their team. This role is essential for managing and maintaining the critical systems that underpin their national network of data centres.

This position is open to candidates located in or near Manchester, Birmingham, or Milton Keynes.

The Role

As an M&E Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical systems on-site. You will ensure the facility remains safe, secure, and fully operational while providing technical support to both internal teams and external clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance & Repairs: Perform "first fix" M&E tasks, fabric repairs, and scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to ensure building integrity.
• System Monitoring: Conduct environment monitoring and provide "smart hands" support for customers and technical teams.
• Project Support: Manage small project works independently and provide supervision for larger-scale infrastructure tasks.
• Safety & Compliance: Rigidly follow health and safety procedures, maintain site security, and manage incident escalations.
• Operational Support: Assist with rack installations, cabling for cooling efficiency, and maintain stock control of critical spares.

Our Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a proactive team player with a strong technical background in critical environments.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Completed electrical apprenticeship with BS 7671 18th Edition wiring regulations.
• Technical Experience: Proven experience with L.V. switching, HVAC systems, UPS circuitry, and Generators.
• System Knowledge: Familiarity with BMS systems and Fire Preventative Systems.
• IT Literacy: Basic skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Working Pattern: Ability to work 37.5 hours per week on a shift pattern (between 7 am and 7 pm) - Potentially open to discussion.
• Flexibility: Willingness to provide holiday cover and overtime support as required.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client prides itself on a culture where well-being is as important as career development. They offer a friendly, family-like environment with significant long-term career progression-nearly half of their staff have been with the company for over five years.

Benefits Include:

• Health & Well-being: Private healthcare, life insurance, a "wellbeing day" off, and your birthday off.
• Development: Unlimited access to learning content via Udemy.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working options (two days a week from home) and modern office facilities.
• Financial Perks: Pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and a rewards/cashback platform.
• Social: Team socials and free breakfast/snacks provided in the office.