Engineering Manager - Critical Environments

Overview

Manage engineering operations and team for critical HV/LV, UPS, BMS systems at two sites.

Key Responsibilities

• hv/lv systems
• ups systems
• bms systems
• ppm scheduling
• reactive maintenance
• client relations

Tasks

Maintain excellent client relationships through clear communication and reliability. You’ll take responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of all engineering services, including HV/LV systems, UPS, BMS, and associated critical plant, while managing and developing a team of engineers and coordinating with specialist subcontractors. Manage contractor performance, compliance, and safety standards. Prepare and maintain reports, site audits, O&M documentation, logbooks, and permits. Lead and support day staff and shift engineers across two key client sites. Work closely with the Contract Manager, Technical Manager, and Engineering Supervisor. Oversee PPM schedules, reactive maintenance, and fault escalation for critical systems. Support project works, system upgrades, and shutdown activities as required. Take full operational ownership of HV/LV infrastructure, UPS, and BMS systems.

Requirements

• data centre
• hv authorized
• electrical qualification
• financial services
• leadership
• proactive

What You Bring

This role is suited exclusively to candidates with a proven background in critical environments — such as data centres, banking, trading floors, or high-security 24/7 operations. HV Authorised Person (or able to achieve quickly). Proven experience in a critical environment (Data Centre or Financial Services essential). Calm, methodical, and confident under pressure. Excellent organisational, communication, and reporting skills. Recognised Electrical or Mechanical qualification (Apprenticeship / ONC / BTEC or equivalent). Strong people management and leadership skills. A flexible, proactive approach with the ability to attend site at short notice is expected.

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Benefits

Private healthcare Full PPE provided 25 days annual leave + bank holidays This position includes enhanced overtime pay for involvement in HV shutdowns, weekend interventions, and project-based activities. Company pension £77,000 – £79,000 per annum + paid overtime Potential travel allowance between sites This opportunity offers an excellent blend of strategic oversight and hands-on technical leadership within a mission-critical environment. The ideal candidate will live within a commutable distance of both sites. £77,000 – £79,000 + Travel Allowance + Enhanced Overtime + Benefits Enhanced overtime payments

About Prs

-Founded with a vision to connect talent with opportunities in the construction and engineering sectors. -Specializes in sourcing skilled professionals for both permanent and temporary placements. -Has worked on major infrastructure and development projects globally, providing essential workforce solutions. -Offers recruitment services for various sectors, including energy, transport, and utilities, across multiple regions. -Is recognized for its expertise in handling large-scale projects, ensuring quality recruitment to meet demanding timelines. -Has a reputation for successfully supporting the needs of clients in both the public and private sectors.

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