Lead Engineer

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Lead Engineer

Data Centre

Location:

Chertsey, Surrey

Salary:

Up to £58,000 + Overtime + Excellent Benefits

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced

Lead Engineer

to join a high-performing

data centre

team based in

Chertsey, Surrey . This role sits at the heart of a mission-critical environment, where reliability, precision, and leadership are essential. As the

Lead Engineer , youll be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all electrical systems, coordinating the shift team, and maintaining operational excellence across a modern, high-spec data centre facility.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the shift team in delivering

planned and reactive electrical maintenance

across all data centre systems.

Operate, maintain, and fault-find on

HV/LV infrastructure , including switchgear, UPS, generators, and lighting systems.

Oversee

PPMs, reactive tasks, and critical system monitoring

to ensure continuous uptime.

Act as the primary technical point of contact during your shift.

Monitor and respond to

BMS and alarm systems , escalating where necessary.

Mentor and support shift engineers, promoting high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Ensure compliance documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time.

Liaise with contractors, clients, and management to maintain smooth operations.

Skills & Experience Required:

Recognised

Electrical Apprenticeship ,

City & Guilds , or

NVQ Level 3

qualification.

18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations .

Proven experience in a

data centre or critical environment

essential.

Strong technical knowledge of

UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and control systems .

Previous

leadership or supervisory experience

in a building services or maintenance team.

Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

Whats on Offer:

Salary up to

£58,000 per annum

Based at a

state-of-the-art data centre in Chertsey, Surrey

Continental

shift pattern

(days and nights)

Overtime opportunities and additional earning potential

Ongoing training, development, and career progression within a critical environment

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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering