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Permanent

Electrical Shift Technician

RG Setsquare
Basingstoke
money-bag £48000 - £50000/annum
Posted: 12 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 11 November 2026
Ref: 225712831

Electrical Shift Technician - Critical Data Centre

Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Approximately -50,000 including shift allowance

We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Shift Technician to join a critical data centre environment in Basingstoke. This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically qualified engineer looking to work within a business-critical facility, maintaining essential electrical infrastructure and ensuring reliable operations.

You will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, electrical fault-finding and repairs, helping to ensure critical systems remain safe, compliant and operational.



Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on electrical systems.
  • Diagnose and rectify electrical faults across building services and critical infrastructure.
  • Maintain lighting, electrical distribution systems, controls and associated building services.
  • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, alarms and emergency maintenance requests.
  • Carry out electrical installation, inspection and testing activities.
  • Coordinate specialist subcontractors and support scheduled maintenance activities.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
  • Support the reliability and operational effectiveness of critical plant and equipment.
  • Work collaboratively with the wider engineering team to deliver a high-quality service.


Essential Requirements

  • Recognised electrical qualification, such as City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1 and 2, or equivalent.
  • Current 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification, or a relevant electrical apprenticeship.
  • Experience carrying out electrical maintenance within commercial buildings or critical environments.
  • Practical experience in electrical fault-finding, repairs, installation and testing.
  • Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance procedures.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and remain calm under pressure.


Desirable Experience

  • Data centre or other critical-environment experience.
  • UPS systems and critical electrical infrastructure.
  • High Voltage switching experience.
  • Basic mechanical or building services knowledge.
  • Computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Supervisory experience and an interest in future progression.


Salary & Benefits

  • Approximately -50,000 salary including shift allowance.
  • Enhanced overtime rates.
  • Rotating 12-hour shift pattern, covering days and nights.
  • Rota: 4 on, 6 off, 4 on, 4 off, 6 on, 4 off.
  • Excellent pension scheme with 12% employer contribution.
  • 20 shift days of annual leave.
  • Private medical cover.
  • Six months'' full-pay paternity leave.
  • Retail discounts.
  • Excellent training and development budget.
  • Opportunities for career progression.

Interested in developing your career within a critical data centre environment? Apply today to find out more.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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