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HVAP Data Centre Shift Leader – Harlow – £64,000

Introduction:
A fantastic opportunity has opened for an experienced HVAP Shift Leader to join a leading facilities services provider at a high-profile data centre in Harlow. This role is ideal for an electrically biased professional with a strong background in critical environments and proven leadership experience.

Role Overview:
You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and leading a dedicated engineering team in a live data centre environment. The position operates on a continental shift pattern, requiring hands-on involvement in both technical and managerial aspects of site maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

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Leading a team of engineers on a continental shift rota - 4 days, 6 off, 4 nights, 4 off, 3 days, 3 nights, 4 off & repeat

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Managing HV systems and operations across the site

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Carrying out HV switching, writing switching schedules, and leading critical operations

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Overseeing reactive and planned maintenance for all electrical systems

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Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and site RAMS

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Acting as the senior point of contact during shifts for all technical escalations

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Managing shift reports, logs, and engineering handovers

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Driving team performance and training development

Qualifications & Experience:

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3–5 years’ experience in a lead or supervisory role within a critical/data centre environment

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City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

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Valid HV Authorised Person certificate

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Proven experience carrying out HV switching and writing switching schedules

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Solid understanding of critical systems including UPS, generators, and BMS

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Experienced in RAMS, permit to work systems, and health & safety leadership

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Excellent communication and organisational skills

On Offer:

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£64,000 basic salary

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Continental shift pattern (6am–6pm)

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20 days annual shift leave

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Company pension scheme

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Life insurance

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Clear progression opportunities in a growing critical environment team