Job Description:

Data Centre Engineer
Swindon
£38,000 - £45,000

Our client is looking for an experienced Data Centre engineer to work on a shift basis (4on 4off Days & Nights) to specialise in activities such as cross connects, localised patching, racking and decommissioning.

Please note, you must have experience working within a Data Centre environment to be considered for this role.

Job Duties

• Provide support for both pre-scheduled and reactive operational workflows at the Swindon Data Centre or, as pre-arranged, at other locations.
• Plan and optimize the efficient use of Data Centre space and cabinet utilization in accordance with Vodafone Hosting Data Centre Standards.
• Prepare quotations in alignment with defined standards and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs).
• Mount servers, storage, and network equipment in cabinets, adhering to current Data Centre standards.
• Install Data Centre cabling for managed solutions and internal networks, following design documentation and utilizing current copper, fibre, and patch paneling standards.
• Deliver pre- and post-sales support to relevant support specialists, Account Managers, and Service Managers.
• Manage Remedy/ServiceNow tickets, ensuring actions are completed within agreed internal OLAs or Customer Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Support governance activities by addressing any non-compliance issues and managing them to resolution.
• Investigate incidents and faults, identify root causes, and implement appropriate remedies.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports as required.
• Ensure corrective and repair work complies with current regulations.

Key Requirements

• Experience working in an operational Data Centre environment, including rack elevation design and handling server, storage, and network hardware.
• Skilled in the installation of network cross-connects and cabinet patching using copper and fibre cabling.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving faults in live customer hosting solutions.
• Strong understanding of the mechanical and electrical configurations within a Data Centre.

Salary & Benefits

• £38,000 - £45,000
• Working on a 4on 4off shift (7am - 7pm & 7pm - 7am)
• 23  days annual leave entitlement 
• Company pension 
• Internal progression 
• Additional training