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Data Centre Shift Technician (M&E) - Sunderland

Preston Recruitment Ltd • Permanent / Full-time • Sunderland, ENG, GB • £46,300 - £47,800 / year • 1m ago

Data Centre Shift Technician (M&E)

Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Salary & Benefits

£41,000 Basic Salary
13% Shift Allowance (£5,330)
£1,500 HVAP Allowance (upon qualification)
Total Package: £47,830 + Overtime
12-Hour Continental Shift Pattern (2 Days / 2 Nights / 4 Off)
20 Days Holiday
Full Uniform & Tools Provided
Structured HVAP / LVAP Training
Clear Career Progression
Overtime Opportunities Available
Permanent, Full-Time Position

The Role

A market-leading data centre provider is seeking a Data Centre Shift Engineer to join their engineering team in Sunderland. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career within the rapidly growing data centre sector, supporting critical infrastructure and mission-critical environments.

Previous data centre experience is advantageous but not essential. Engineers from commercial building services, critical environments, industrial facilities, manufacturing, utilities, or ex-forces backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on critical M&E infrastructure
Maintain and fault-find on systems including UPS, generators, HVAC, CRAC units, AHUs, FCUs and associated plant
Diagnose and rectify electrical faults efficiently and safely
Complete minor repair and installation works
Manage subcontractors and oversee specialist service providers
Assist with procurement of materials and parts
Complete permits to work, risk assessments and maintenance documentation
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety procedures and site standards
Support the continuous operation of critical data centre systems

Requirements

Electrical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC or equivalent)
Experience carrying out maintenance within commercial, industrial, manufacturing, critical environment or facilities maintenance settings
Strong electrical fault-finding abilities
Understanding of building services systems and plant equipment
Good awareness of Health & Safety procedures
Previous data centre or critical environment experience desirable but not essential
Motivated to progress through LVAP and HVAP training

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading data centre operator offering structured training, exposure to critical systems, and genuine long-term career progression. With a competitive salary package, overtime opportunities, and funded HVAP development, this role provides an ideal route into one of the UK's fastest-growing engineering sectors.

Pay: £46,300.00-£47,800.00 per year

Work Location: In person