Shift Manager - M&E Operations Data Centre

Building Services Engineering Data Centre - Shift Manager

This role is responsible for supervising planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site policies, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Shift Manager will also act as the site Authorised Person, managing all safety documentation and operational controls, while coordinating daily shift operations and technical leadership.

• Manage shift ROTA, including leave, sickness, and return-to-work processes
• Maintain compliance of cooling and domestic water systems (L8)
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the shift team
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability for maintenance tasks
• Monitor team performance, conduct reviews, and support training and development
• Implement and manage the Permit to Work system, ensuring vendor compliance
• Maintain site documentation, statutory log books, and vendor report records
• Develop strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Oversee and coordinate all shift maintenance activities (planned/reactive) to meet SLAs
• Lead on-site incident management and emergency response drills
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure adherence to site protocols
• Review and approve RAMS, and prepare comprehensive job packs
• Monitor Building Management Systems and respond to alarms/emergencies
• Promote a professional and safety-first environment
• Ensure SOPs/EOPs and switching schedules are aligned with safety procedures and company policy

• Physically fit and able to work at height
• HV Authorisation (required)
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven experience in a critical environment and real-time fault management
• Manual Handling, PASMA & IPAF (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance in maintenance environments
• Current Wiring Regulations certification
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Experience working with complex systems (e.g., Fire, PMS, BMS)

£65,000-£70,000 +

• Emergency First Aid at Work