Data Centre Shift Engineer

Shift Engineer – FM Service Provider – Critical Data Centre – Basingstoke – £52,000

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting for a Shift Engineer to join an established Facilities Management service provider, working at a critical data centre in Basingstoke.

The successful candidate will be electrically biased, with strong building maintenance experience and the ability to lead a shift team within a critical environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to develop their career, with a competitive salary of £52,000, ongoing training and progression opportunities.

Hours of Work:

  • Continental shift pattern – days and nights

  • Days: 07:00 – 17:00

  • Nights: 19:00 – 07:00

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across all building services and client assets.
  • Ensure accurate maintenance records are maintained, including health and safety, building compliance and quality assurance documentation.
  • Supervise subcontractors, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with contractual requirements.
  • Ensure plant faults and defects are identified and rectified promptly to maintain operational reliability.
  • Ensure appropriate spare parts are available to support maintenance activities.
  • Complete job sheets and maintain comprehensive maintenance records.
  • Prepare, review and follow Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all planned and reactive works.
  • Lead and manage the shift engineering team, ensuring all tasks are completed to the required standard.
  • Maintain and develop strong working relationships with the client.
  • Delegate and monitor work to ensure tasks are actioned and completed efficiently.
  • Conduct annual performance appraisals for shift engineers.
  • Identify training requirements and support the development of the shift team through appropriate training plans.

Package:
  • Salary of £52,000.
  • 22 days’ shift holiday.
  • Company pension.
  • Overtime available.
  • Internal and external training courses.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Free on-site parking.

Requirements:
  • Electrically qualified, ideally with City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ.
  • City & Guilds 18th Edition qualification.
  • HV/LV experience or authorisation desirable.
  • Proven experience in building services maintenance.
  • Multi-skilled knowledge across electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of critical building services, including UPS systems, generators, power distribution, HVAC and HV/LV infrastructure.
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills.
  • Good leadership and team management abilities.

If you are an experienced Shift Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a critical data centre environment, please send your CV to Bailey White at CBW Staffing Solutions for more information.


  • Start: 20/10/2026
  • Rate: £52000 per annum
  • Location: Basingstoke,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: CBW Staffing Solutions
  • Contact: Bailey White
  • Tel: 02035833099
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: Shift Eng Basingstoke -173447
  • Posted: 2026-10-20 09:25:09 -

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