M&E shift supervisor

M&E shift supervisor
M&E shift supervisor
Job ID
277707
Posted
22-May-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time

Areas of Interest:

Data Centers
Location(s)

• Exeter
• England
• United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
  Job Title: M&E Shift Supervisor
  Business Sector: Data Centre Solutions, Critical Environment
  Location: Exeter
  Please ensure to include your CV with your application to be considered for this role.

COMPANY PROFILE

CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and investment. We leverage the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of our clients worldwide. Our commitment is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, and globally capable real estate service firm. With over 70,000 employees globally, we operate in 48 countries.

M&E Senior Shift Engineer:

To perform planned preventative maintenance, reactive and breakdown works across all mechanical and electrical systems within the Meteorological office facility at Exeter, EX1 3BP, ensuring all year up time across essential services

Role Responsibilities:

Complete and maintain JSP375 Authorised person HV/LV electrical qualification.
Carry out HV/LV switching utilising the JSP 375 safety procedure.
Performance manage your shift technician and shift workload.
Complete all 34 mock drill scenarios annually and ensure technician completes them as well.
To perform the routine PPM across the mechanical and electrical plant.
Ensure that all reactive tasks are logged and completed to meet and exceed expectations and agreed service level agreements, proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made.
Respond to BMS generated alarms and ensuring all plant faults and defects are swiftly responded to and fixed to maintain all year up time.
Ensure RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to always ensure safe working practises.
Dynamic Risk Assessment also in place.
Supervising and monitoring of sub-contractor works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance/fixes, keeping them honest. Ensuring permits and RAMS are adhered to.
Ensure that all critical areas, under the responsibility of CBRE, are secure and kept in a clean and tidy condition.
Understand the business systems, processes and procedures associated to the site.
Ensure the provision of a safe and healthy working environment.
Identify and highlight gaps across the critical spares to the operations manager.
Build and develop relationships with all on-site CBRE staff, sub-contractors, and client representatives.
Ensure a professional image of CBRE to the client, and visitors, and ensure excellence in customer service is delivered and always promoted.
Undertake lone working where required.
Run through all emergency operating procedures and standard operating procedure scenario type training and undertake technical assessment tests.
Undertake other tasks directed by the account management team.
Ensure the provision of a safe & healthy working environment is met, including the wearing of uniform and appropriate PPE always. To ensure compliance with all CBRE and client policies and procedures.
Log at least 4 x good or constructive observations per month.
Complete and maintain a CCAM data centre solutions training certificate, ensure training is completed before the required date.

The 24/7/365 shift pattern is:
Early shift 0545/1400 hrs
Late shift 1345/2200hrs
Night shift 2145/0600hrs
Provide AP cover across other shifts during annual leave.

Skills:

Experience of working in a fast paced, operational environment.
Must be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge of UPS, Generators, HV, PDU’s, CRAC units or equivalent, which will include the ability to fault find using the production of graphical information and the utilisation of current alarm data.
Formal electrical qualification, BS7671 18th edition regulations is desirable.
Excellent IT skills, competent across Microsoft Office programs and experience with a CAFM system is desirable.
Strong relationship management with colleagues, clients and sub-contractors demonstrating excellent communication / influencing skills.
Strong organizational abilities ensuring all documentation are stored and auditable.
Ability to work to own initiative and multi-tasking / prioritising workload.
High customer focus.
Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.
Log 4 x constructive and positive observations.
Experience with CBRE systems is desirable, but not essential.
Calm manner, able to work under pressure and make sound decisions when needed.
Physically fit and able to carry tools and components by hand up to 25kg.
Able to work at heights and or confined spaces.

Additional

Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to exceed the client’s expectations.
Promote and maintain CBRE work ethics and culture, following the RISE values.
High level of trust and integrity whilst handling confidential information.
Obtain full Security Clearance.
Company benefits scheme.
25 days holiday, excluding bank holidays, per annum.
Full UK driving licence.
You must meet all the Client requirements to obtain security clearance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

CBRE is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a leading global organization in commercial real estate services and investment, dedicated to helping businesses and people thrive. We are a team of dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create a significant impact in the industry.
Our collaborative culture is built on our shared core values: respect, integrity, service, and excellence. We highly value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you will have the opportunity to chart your own course, develop your skills, and realize your full potential. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We are committed to understanding each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. To ensure a genuine evaluation, we do not utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions. We kindly request that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process to promote transparency and ensure a fair and equitable evaluation.

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