Shift Manager
30077
Posted: 08/09/2025
- Negotiable
- UK
- Permanent
Shift Manager – Data Centre Operations
London (On site)
Are you an experienced facilities professional with a background in mission-critical environments? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role with a global data centre operator, managing the day-to-day running of a state-of-the-art facility.
As Facilities Shift Manager, you will:
- Lead and oversee shift operations to ensure uninterrupted service across power, cooling, and security systems.
- Manage and motivate facilities teams and contractors, ensuring planned preventative maintenance is delivered on time and to the highest standard.
- Conduct safety audits, inspections, and scenario drills to maintain operational excellence.
- Review and create operational procedures (SOPs, MOPs, EOPs) and drive continuous improvement.
- Act as a key point of contact for customers and stakeholders on operational matters.
What we are looking for:
- Strong experience managing operations in a data centre or other critical environment.
- In-depth knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
- Previous supervisory or shift management experience in facilities operations.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Engineering qualifications (electrical or mechanical) are beneficial.
This role offers the chance to lead a highly skilled team, play a pivotal role in maintaining mission-critical infrastructure, and contribute to the success of one of the world’s leading data centre operators.
Interested? Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

Michael Aspinall
Account Director | UK
Recruitment