Location: Slough, England, United Kingdom Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Shift-based (24x7x365)
An opportunity has arisen for a multi-skilled Data Centre Enginee r to join a highly regarded organisation in Hertfordshire. You will be part of a small, dedicated team delivering Data Centre services for a prestigious international financial client .This role operates on a rotating shift patter n :4 days on → 4 days off → 4 nights on → 4 nights off (24/7 coverage)
. Key Responsibilitie s:Execute and adhere to change control process esManage and resolve incidents promptly and effective lyTrack and manage Data Centre asse tsSupervise and escort third-party vendors on-si tePlan, install, and decommission IT hardware in accordance with strict Data Centre standar dsInstall and remove structured cabling and networking equipme ntMaintain and update all relevant documentation and asset inventori esFulfil service requests within agreed service level agreements (SLA s)Adhere to internal and client Health & Safety policies and procedur esComply with all quality standards required by internal stakeholders and the clie ntFollow all approved operational processes and security protocols related to Data Centre access and contr
ol Technical Tasks Inclu de:Maintenance and use of Data Centre management tools etsGovernance of Data Centre operations and environm entCollaborate with facilities teams to optimise energy efficie ncyOversee daily operations including installations, changes, decommissions, and routine maintena nceContribute to service improvement initiati vesPerform basic server configuration (e.g., iDRAC, I LO)Fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, and escalat ionRacking, stacking, patching, and hardware moves or chan gesParticipate in major infrastructure activities such as power upgrades or replaceme ntsManage complex cabling layouts across racks and rooms to maintain a stable IT environm
ent What We’re Looking For:Essent ial:Experience working in high-availability or high-risk environments, ideally in Data Cen tresStrong understanding of infrastructure technologies and networking fundamen talsHigh attention to detail with a proactive atti tudeCompetency in Microsoft Office applications and IT service t oolsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCapable of handling pressure and meeting deadl inesFlexible and willing to adapt to shift workClear verbal and written communication skills at all le velsStrong organisational and problem-solving sk
ills Desir able:Familiarity with DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) tools and best prac ticesExperience using service desk platforms such as ServiceNow or R
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