We are currently looking for a Critical Facilities Technician – Data Centre Engineering Operations (DCEO) for one of our clients.
You will carry out hands-on maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting of the mechanical and electrical infrastructure supporting a 24/7 data centre. Liquid cooling expertise is a key priority, alongside experience with other cooling and mechanical systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
- Conduct routine plant inspections and monitor alarms and system performance through Building Management Systems (BMS).
- Diagnose faults across cooling systems, pumps, motors and power distribution equipment.
- Support the operation and testing of liquid cooling systems, HVAC equipment, diesel generators, UPS systems and switchgear.
- Supervise specialist vendors carrying out maintenance and repairs.
- Follow permit-to-work procedures and site safety standards.
- Participate in incident response, generator testing and infrastructure failover exercises.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, shift logs and operational handovers.
Requirements:
- Hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical plant maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting.
- Experience with liquid cooling systems is particularly sought; other relevant experience includes HVAC, cooling systems, pumps, motors, generators, UPS and power distribution.
- Ability to follow operational procedures and work safely in a critical environment.
- Willingness to work a shift rotation covering 24/7 operations.
Preferred Background:
- A relevant mechanical or electrical apprenticeship, diploma, or equivalent practical experience.
- Familiarity with BMS, permit-to-work systems and strong fault-finding skills.
- Experience in data centres, critical facilities, building services, industrial or manufacturing plants, utilities, power generation, military technical roles, hospitals or airports.
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