Electrical Shift Engineer

Location Middlesbrough
Discipline: Data Centre & Critical Engineering
Salary: £0.0
Contact name: Ben Edge

Contact email: ben.edge@hvacrecruitment.com
Job ref: 17517
Published: 26 days ago

Job Title: Electrical Shift Engineer
Location: Wynyard, Middlesbrough
Salary: £37,000 + Shift Allowance
Rota: 4 days on, 4 days off – 12-hour shifts (days and nights)

What You’ll Be Doing

You'll be joining a solid team at a data centre, making sure everything electrical and mechanical keeps running smoothly. From routine checks and planned maintenance to fault-finding and emergency repairs, you’ll be hands-on with a mix of systems and kit, including:

  • Electrical and mechanical plant maintenance

  • BMS (Building Management Systems) and alarm response

  • Fault-finding and reactive repairs

  • Small installations and handyman tasks

  • Supervision of contractors on-site

  • Keeping up with safety standards and documentation

  • Supporting the site team with compliance and client reporting

  • Taking part in out-of-hours call-outs and shift cover when needed

What You’ll Need

Skills & Experience

  • Solid background in electrical and mechanical maintenance – you're confident with planned and reactive jobs

  • Good with diagnostics – whether it’s a faulty motor, lighting issue, or tripped breaker

  • Experience in commercial/critical environments (data centres, plant rooms, etc.)

  • Comfortable working with building systems like UPS, BMS, generators, etc.

  • Up to date on Health & Safety practices

Qualifications

  • City & Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2, or equivalent

  • 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

  • Desirable: IOSH, Safe Working at Height, HV Authorised Person

The Right Mindset

  • Great at communicating – clear, professional, and friendly

  • Reliable, organised, and able to work under pressure

  • Confident working alone or as part of a team

  • Physically fit and fine with working at heights or on roofs when needed

Perks and Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

  • Private medical & dental insurance

  • Income protection

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

  • Discounts at restaurants and shops

  • Childcare vouchers

  • Full support with training and upskilling

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