Data Centre Engineer

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)

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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

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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