Data Center Engineer HVAP

CBRE

Slough, UKunknown$0k/yrPosted Jul 9, 2026
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Remote-first
  • Well-funded Series B
  • Strong equity upside
  • No on-call
  • Async-friendly

Heads up

  • On-call rotation required
  • Manual handling advantage
  • PASMA & IPAF preferred

Why this role might suit you

The role offers exposure to critical data centre operations, structured safety protocols, and professional development within a global facilities management firm, providing a stable environment for engineers focused on HVAC and electrical systems.

Skills

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About the role

Job Title: Data Centre Engineer (HVAP) Business Sector: Data Centre Solutions Location: Slough, UK

COMPANY PROFILE

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Data Centre Engineer to join the team located in Slough.

The successful candidate will be responsible for control and supervision of work tasks for planned and reactive maintenance with support from the building Engineering Supervisor and Shift Manager. They will also be liaising with Engineering management and client personnel to ensure all maintenance work is carried out in accordance with site policies and procedures and within health and safety legislative requirements.

The candidate will be required to operate as an Authorised person ensuring all required safety paperwork is completed to a high standard whilst also ensuring alignment with company policies and safe system of work. Whilst on site the Data Centre Engineer will report to the Engineering Supervisor and will support the shift teams to ensure all works are carried out safely, to a high standard and within site specific time constraints.

This role is a day role Monday to Friday for an experienced HVAP.

Purpose of the Job

Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out to all building plant, equipment, and systems to meet and exceed expectations and agreed service level agreements

Respond to Building Management System alarms and effect emergency repairs as needed

Issue and ensure appropriate controls within the Permit to Work systems

Ensure required switching schedules, SOPs and EOPs are created and utilised in line with Company policies and SSOW

Ensure that Evaporative Cooling Systems and domestic water systems are maintained to comply with the requirements of the L8 standard

Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance of the above plant

Ensure that comprehensive maintenance records are kept in the form of REALM task sheets

Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all in house tasks carried out to ensure safe working practices are adhered to

Ensure that engineering subcontractors are appropriately supervised and comply with contractual commitments and site operating processes

Develop a good working relationship with all members of CBRE staff and clients’ staff

Ensure the provision of a safe & healthy working environment and ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures, as well as client site policies, procedures and working arrangements, as required

Ensure a professional image of CBRE is presented to clients and visitors and ensure excellence in customer service is always delivered and promoted

Ensure that professional and technical skills are maintained through a commitment to personal development and life-long-learning

Ensuring work packs include required documentation including review of Subcontractor RAMS

Responsible for ensuring training and personal development kept up to date

Strong Team Culture will be required.

Responsible for Incident Support in the event of any unplanned incidents / faults on site.

HVAP responsibilities will be applicable to this role.

Experience / Skillset Required

Manual Handling Training would be an advantage

HV Authorisation

Current Wiring Regulations certificate

Level 3 NVQ in associated discipline

Emergency First Aid at Work Qualification

Experienced in real time incident / fault management in a business-critical environment

Demonstrable experience in a similar role within a similar organisation

Sound understanding and experience of meeting health and safety obligations with regard to maintenance activities

Good verbal communication skills

Numerate & literate

Show diligence in safe working both for themselves and occupants of the premises

Self-motivated, with a high level of personal integrity

Able to work well both in a team and alone

Organised, able to prioritise and deliver within high-pressure environments

Courteous and presentable as the role is both front and back of house, with exposure to the client at all levels

Able to ascend and descend vertical access equipment

Incumbents must be flexible regarding working hours

PASMA & IPAF Preferred

Knowledge of multiple interlinked systems (Fire, PMS BMS)

Takes Ownership & Accountability

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $0k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United Kingdom.

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