Electrical Facility Shift Manager
Take ownership of critical data centre operations in Amsterdam. Manage electrical systems, incidents, and contractors in a 24/7 high-availability environment with a global leader.
About the Role
As a Electrical Facility Shift Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of critical systems within a high-availability data centre environment. You will lead shift operations, supervise contractors, manage incidents, and ensure all maintenance activities meet strict operational, safety, and compliance standards.
Location: Netherlands
Employment Type: Full-time.
What You'll Do
Ensure safe operation and maintenance of critical electrical and facility systems
Oversee planned preventive maintenance and reactive works
Review and validate contractor reports and technical documentation
Take ownership of incidents and lead resolution efforts
Act as Incident Manager when required, including reporting to stakeholders
Escalate technical or operational risks appropriately
Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations and internal policies
Conduct audits and report non-compliance
Support ISO standards and regulatory compliance initiatives
Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers
Represent the company during client interactions and site visits
Who You Are
Must-Have Requirements
Experience in 24/7 critical environments (Data centres, telecoms, power, industrial, etc.)
Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification (or equivalent experience)
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, cooling, fire systems, and power infrastructure
Background as a Technician, Supervisor, or Shift Lead
Experience managing contractors and external vendors
Familiarity with CMMS and maintenance workflows
Clear communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent in English
Nice to Have
Experience with ISO standards .
Previous data centre experience
Experience in incident management and escalation processes
About Sperton
This Position is Sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.
- Department
- Engineering & Construction
- Locations
- Amsterdam
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Colleagues
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
