Shift Technician

Job Title: Shift Technician (5:30am start 12 hour shift)

Location: East London

Salary: Up to �51,000

Duration: Permanent/Full-time

Sector: Engineering

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Shift Technician to join our engineering team in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a prestigious site, providing technical expertise and ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical and electrical systems. If you are a proactive individual with strong technical skills, this role offers excellent career development opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical systems, with a focus on boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems, according to established procedures.


• Troubleshoot control systems and mechanical equipment specific to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems to identify and rectify faults in a timely manner.


• Assist in the installation and maintenance of new plant and equipment related to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems as needed.


• Ensure availability of necessary spares for maintenance and reactive works in boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems.


• Respond promptly to breakdown maintenance requests within SLAs for boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems.


• Assist in site surveys and contribute to the production of Works Requests, Method Statements & Risk Assessments for planned works related to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems.


• Support contractors when required and ensure completion of all planned preventive maintenance (PPM) tasks within SLAs for boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems.


• Collaborate with Client representatives regarding maintenance & repair tasks specific to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems and report changes in critical environment requirements to the Facilities Management Team.


• Maintain accurate engineering maintenance documentation & records specific to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems in compliance with industry standards.


• Communicate building issues related to boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems to end users, clients, and management team as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Shift Technician, ideally in a high-demand environment.


• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC, power distribution, and control systems.


• Relevant qualifications such as City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.


• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification (for electrical engineers).


• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.


• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.


• Previous experience in a similar role within high-profile environments, preferably in the financial sector, with specific experience in boiler rooms, plant rooms, and data centre systems.


• Mechanical and Electrical qualifications or relevant experience.


• Sound technical knowledge of building systems, including IT environments and data systems.


• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage tasks efficiently.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Proactive approach to problem-solving and maintenance tasks.


• Basic PC literacy.

The Offer:

• Competitive salary of up to �51,000 per annum.


• 5:30 AM (12-hour shift)


• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and pension scheme.


• Opportunities for further training and professional development.


• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Interested?

To apply for this role as Shift Technician, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.