Critical Shift Manager Jobs

Powering the Digital Backbone: Your Expertise in Action

In the fast-paced world of data centres, the role of a Critical Shift Manager stands as the linchpin between operational excellence and potential disaster. At PRS UK, we understand that your expertise in building services, engineering and maintenance isn't just valuable - it's essential to keeping the digital world turning.

Available Opportunities

PRS has a wide range of Critical Shift Manager Jobs, which are listed below. Our current openings span various Tier levels, from edge facilities to hyperscale environments, with roles focusing on different aspects of critical infrastructure management.

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Ready to find your next challenge in a role that genuinely values your specialist knowledge? Search our latest Critical Shift Manager Jobs today. Remember, you can always sign up for job alerts and get the latest Critical Shift Manager Jobs sent straight to your inbox.

The Role Behind the Servers

As a Critical Shift Manager in a data centre environment, you're more than just a supervisor. You're the strategic mind that anticipates challenges before they arise, the technical expert who understands complex cooling systems and power distribution, and the leader who keeps a team focused during those crucial moments when milliseconds matter.

Your responsibility extends across the facility - from maintaining optimal environmental conditions to ensuring backup systems are primed to respond instantly. You know that in this industry, downtime isn't just inconvenient; it's catastrophic.

Why Critical Shift Management Demands Specialists

The modern data centre represents one of the most complex building management challenges. With mission-critical systems requiring 24/7/365 upkeep, your role involves:

  • Overseeing mechanical and electrical engineering systems that cannot fail
  • Managing preventative maintenance programmes while maintaining uptime
  • Coordinating emergency responses with precision when incidents occur
  • Balancing energy efficiency with absolute reliability
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and security protocols are followed meticulously

The Challenges You Face Daily

We've spoken with countless Critical Shift Managers who describe the unique pressure of knowing that a single decision could impact services for millions of users. You may recognise these common pain points:

  • The constant balancing act between scheduled maintenance and operational demands
  • The challenge of finding engineering talent that genuinely understands critical environments
  • Keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology while maintaining legacy systems
  • Navigating the increasing demands for energy efficiency without compromising reliability
  • Managing stakeholder expectations during incidents while leading technical responses

How PRS UK Supports Your Career Journey

With our deep understanding of the data centre landscape, we don't just match CVs to job descriptions. We connect specialists like you with environments where your expertise will be truly valued.

Our recruitment consultants specialise exclusively in the critical environments sector, meaning they speak your language and understand the difference between standard facilities management and true critical environment expertise.

Your Expertise is Critical. So is Finding the Right Role.

Don't settle for positions that undervalue your specialist skills. Connect with PRS UK today, where we understand that finding the right Critical Shift Manager doesn't just fill a vacancy - it ensures the digital infrastructure we depend on remains reliable, secure and efficient.

    Mechanical Project Manager – City of London – £85,000

    Management

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    Liverpool Street, South East

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    £85,000 - £85,000 per annum

    Mechanical Project Manager - City of London - £85,000Exciting opportunity to work for an established FM Service Provider situated in London. PRS is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manage...

    Administrator – Leigh

    Commercial

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    Leigh, North West

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    £24,570 - £24,570 per annum

    Our client is looking for an Administrator to provide support to the back office for a busy Building Services company in the Leigh area. This is a permanent role, paying £24570.00 based on working Mon...

    Financial Manager

    Data Centres

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    Frankfurt ( Oder), Brandenburg

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    £110,000 - £110,000 per annum

    Finance ManagerLocation: Frankfurt, DE - Hybrid Language: Fluent in German Sector: Construction - DC Permanent Salary: Highly competitive and package. Job SummaryAs finance manager for Germany, you wi...

    Manual Machinist

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Kidderminster, West Midlands

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    £34,000 - £36,000 per annum

    Position: Manual MachinistContract: PermanentLocation: WorcestershireSalary: Hourly Rate (depending on experience) plus performance bonus (paid twice yearly in June & December payslip), Plus Flexi...

    Machine Shop Supervisor

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Kidderminster, West Midlands

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    £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

    Position: Machine Shop SupervisorContract: PermanentLocation: WorcestershireSalary: Hourly Rate (depending on experience) plus performance bonus (paid twice yearly in June & December payslip), Plu...

    Manual Machinist

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Kidderminster, West Midlands

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    £34,000 - £36,000 per annum

    Position: Manual MachinistContract: PermanentLocation: WorcestershireSalary: Hourly Rate (depending on experience) plus performance bonus (paid twice yearly in June & December payslip), Plus Flexi...

    General Service Assistant / Driver

    Hospitality

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    Newcastle upon Tyne, North East

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    £12 - £12 per hour

    PRS are seeking to recruit for a General Service Assistant/Driver based in Newcastle, you will mainly be working front-of-house. You will support day-to-day operations by serving food and beverages al...

    Senior Commercial Manager

    Data Centres

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    Dublin,

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    £95,000 - £100,000 per annum

    Senior Commercial MangerLocation: DublinSector: DC – Construction   Opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager to join the Data Centre Team. The Commercial Manager takes overall responsibility for, i...

    Building Maintenance Operative

    Technical

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    Warrington, North West

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    £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for a Building Maintenance Operative / Engineer to cover PPM and reactive maintenance on a mobile basis in the Warrington, Wigan, Cheshire areas. The maintenance operative/engineer w...

    Building Maintenance Operative

    Technical

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    Crewe, North West

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    £35,000 - £38,000 per annum

    We are recruiting for a Building Maintenance Operative / Engineer to cover PPM and reactive maintenance on a mobile basis in the East Cheshire, Crewe and Stoke area. The maintenance operative/engineer...

    Assistant Manager – Macclesfield

    Hospitality

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    Macclesfield, North West

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    £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

    PRS are recruiting for a high profile client with multiple restaurants across Cheshire. They are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to help manage their Macclesfield based site. The restauran...

    Data Centre Operations Technician

    Data Centres

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    Surrey, South East

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    £35,000 - £45,000 per annum

    ICT Data Centre Operations Technician (Mobile)£35,000 - £45,000 dependant on experienceDays Monday to Friday 8-5Travelling Expenses24/7 Call Out rota.25 days annual leavePensionA great opportunity to...

    Data Centre Electrical or Mechanical Shift Supervisor (Days & Nights)

    Commercial

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    West Central London, South East

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    £48,000 - £48,000 per annum

    Job Role: We are recruiting a Data Centre Supervisor to join our successful Data Centre Solutions team based in London. The post holder will be expected to have an extensive understanding of Critical...

    Electrical Shift Engineer

    Facilities

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    Cambridge, East Anglia

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    £43,000 - £43,000 per annum

    We have an amazing job opportunity in Cambridges area looking for someone who is eager to working in the data center and critical site. A recession proof industry with amazing growth opportunities and...

    Shift Engineer – Luxury London Apartments

    Facilities

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    Knightsbridge, South East

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    £47,500 - £47,500 per annum

    Position: Shift Engineer - Luxury London ApartmentsResponsibilities:Monitor and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements for the building, maintaining up-to-date certificates in designated Bu...

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