Job Title: Technical Manager - Data Centre

Location: Canary Wharf

Overview:
We are recruiting a Technical Manager on behalf of a leading provider of integrated facilities and real estate management services. This role is part of their expanding Data Centre Solutions division and is based on a key client site in Docklands. This is a critical, site-based position for a professional with a background in critical environments and management experience.

Qualifications and Experience:

* Degree in Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of industry experience, or 10+ years as an Electrician or Electrical Technician in a critical environment with supervisory experience.

* Preferred experience in data centres, hospitals, pharmaceutical production, or power plants.

* Strong team player with excellent communication and leadership skills.

* Expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and HVAC equipment.

* Experience with automatic control systems (PLC, BMS) and medium voltage systems.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

* Ability to compile reports and monitor operational metrics.

* Flexibility to work outside normal hours to address critical issues.

Key Responsibilities:

* Supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical environment systems to ensure 100% uptime.

* Adhere to all health, safety, quality, and environmental policies.

* Plan and coordinate PPMs, repairs, training, and engineering activities across the team.

* Ensure all subcontractors comply with site health, safety, and operating procedures.

* Serve as a point of contact for engineering teams, ensuring timely responses to alarms and system alerts.

* Oversee the completion of scheduled PMs, logging all activities in the CMMS system.

* Provide daily handover reports and attend weekly planning meetings.

* Develop and update site-specific procedures, including EOPs, SOPs, and MOPs.

* Deliver toolbox talks and drills regularly.

* Manage team appraisals and technical staff development.

* Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

* Drive team performance to meet KPI targets and address health and safety breaches as needed.

Core Competencies:

* Strong leadership and supervisory skills.

* Proficiency in managing critical environment systems.

* Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

* Strong organizational and time-management skills