Data Centre Shift Engineer

Location:

Peterborough (PE5) – Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom

Salary:

£53000 per annum Benefits: 20 Days Holidays + Career Progression + Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

PRS

Job ID:

133013296

Posted On:

24 May 2026

Data Centre Engineer / Critical Site Engineer (Electrical)

# ; Cambridge  # ; Full-Time | Permanent  # ; Competitive Salary + Overtime + Training + Career Progression

Overview An excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineer / Maintenance Engineer to join a growing team in the data centre and critical infrastructure sector, one of the UK’s most secure and high-growth industries.

This role is ideal for engineers seeking a long-term career in mission-critical environments, working on high-value electrical systems where uptime and reliability are essential. You will benefit from structured training, clear career progression, and exposure to advanced electrical and critical power systems.

The Role As a Data Centre Engineer / Critical Site Engineer, you will maintain and support critical electrical infrastructure within a live data centre environment, including:

– UPS systems (Uninterruptible Power Supply)
– Standby generators
– LV/HV electrical distribution systems
– Switchgear and control systems
– Building Management Systems (BMS)

You will work in a safety-critical, high-performance environment, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability.
Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Operations

– Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
– Maintain and fault-find critical electrical systems
– Complete technical reports and maintain accurate documentation
– Use CMMS systems for job tracking and compliance
– Support 24/7 operations, including on-call rota participation
– Respond to and escalate critical incidents effectively

Team & Contractor Management

– Supervise subcontractors and ensure safe working practices
– Assist with remedial works, upgrades, and small projects

Compliance & Safety

– Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) standards
– Attend training, team meetings, and technical briefings

Requirements Essential

– Level 2 & Level 3 Electrical Qualification (City & Guilds or equivalent)
– 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
– Experience in electrical maintenance (facilities, building services, or industrial environments)
– Strong fault-finding and PPM knowledge
– Good communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

– Experience in data centres or critical environments
– HVAP / LVAP Authorisation
– Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, and critical power infrastructure

What’s on Offer

– Competitive salary + overtime opportunities
– Structured career progression (Senior Engineer / HV roles)
– Ongoing training and certifications
– Exposure to cutting-edge critical infrastructure
– Stable, long-term role in a recession-resistant sector
– Supportive and professional working environment

Apply Now If you are an ambitious Electrical Engineer looking to build a career in data centres or critical environments, apply today to take the next step in a secure, high-demand industry.

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