Data Center Manager

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• Data Center Technician

  Competitive

  EMEA

  Operations & Engineering

  Permanent

  Slough/Woking, UK
   
  The Client

  Datacenter People has been instructed by a leading provider of technology managed services and smart building solutions for data centers and critical workspaces.

  What The Job Involves 

  • Perform and deliver patching and jumpering on infrastructure frames.
  • Provide 1st and 2nd line fault finding diagnosis and fixing of SCS and Switch Connectivity.
  • Conduct infrastructure testing with Fluke test equipment and management software (Linkware) and ensure compliance with manufacturer, customer and published standards.
  • Provide LAN technology support, with the ability to configure IP addresses on devices.
  • Coordinate and deliver Data Centre moves, including decommissioning, recommissioning, and testing equipment.
  • Interact with end users to diagnose issues and to understand their specific requirements.
  • Liaise directly with the Client to ensure that projects are meeting requirements and being delivered within the agreed timeframe.
  • Supervise onsite teams for installation purposes
  • Report on progress and any issues affecting the work to relevant managers, both internal and external, using designated systems and agreed processes.
  • Act as a single point of contact for IT equipment moves.
  • Facilitate communication between various stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, to ensure the successful delivery of moves and support.
  • Complete accurate, timely documentation and provide appropriate certification to the Client.
  • Survey, quote, and plan installations/projects on a small to medium scale in line with Client requests.
  • Comply with Risk Assessment, Method Statement (RAMS) and on-site Health and Safety requirements.
  • Work from construction drawings, diagrams and schematics, scopes and specifications, ensuring responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974; in particular, the need to take care of own health and safety in the workplace, whilst also being responsible for those that might be affected by own actions.

  We’re Looking for Someone With

  • Understand the basic elements of IT network architecture, including the range of cable types and networking equipment.
  • Understand the test parameters for copper and fibre cable certification in accordance with appropriate industry standards e.g., BSEN 50346 – Information Technology-Testing of Installed Cables, the routine for test equipment service and calibration.
  • Understand the types of health and safety risk that could be incurred whilst carrying out cabling connectivity tasks, who might be affected by the risk, and what actions can be taken to mitigate the risk.
  • Familiar with the concept of the ‘internet of things’ (IoT) and the effects of emerging technologies on media selection, installation practices and additional testing requirements.
  • Familiar with the structural components of equipment racks/cabinets and how to assemble them to meet the requirements of the infrastructure design.
  • Understand the need to maintain accurate documentation and the depth of information required for successful completion and handover to the Client.
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal, in order to communicate effectively with colleagues and key stakeholders in the customer’s organisation.
  • Good MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams etc.) and general IT skills.
  • Ability to follow clear directions and work in accordance with agreed processes.
  • Use literacy and numeracy skills to quantify requirements and timelines for tasks to be carried out.
  • Follow best technical practices to maintain quality standards whilst meeting agreed timescales.
  • Interpret detailed project plans to construct and fix network equipment cabinets, prepare cable pathways, and install cable support and containment systems.
  • Proficient in the use of testing equipment, including OTDR and Fluke DTX 5000.
  • Comply with Risk Assessment, Method Statement (RAMS) and on-site Health and Safety requirements.
  • Reduce the danger of working in confined spaces by implementing appropriate health and safety procedures, using and maintaining personal protective equipment.

  We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge each one. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for interview we will contact you within the next seven days.
   

• Hyperscale Applications Engineer EMEA

  Competitive

  EMEA

  Operations & Engineering

  Permanent

  Remote, UK
   
  The Client

  Datacenter People is working with a global leader in designing, building and servicing critical power and cooling infrastructure for the data center industry.

  What The Job Involves 

  • Provide technical support and trainings to hyperscale customers and Sales for AC Power products and solutions.
  • Provide Sales with pre-sales technical support when building proposals, quotes and tenders. 
  • Provide technical expertise for projects with strategic customers in collaboration with sales. 
  • Development of technically and price competitive applications for AC Power products to fulfill customer requirements where standard products do not fit. 
  • Organise and host events to demonstrate Vertiv products and technologies effectively to audiences of varied technical knowledge. 
  • Work closely with consultants to understand their requirements and collaboratively develop effective solutions. 

  We’re Looking for Someone With

  • School Background: engineering background or equivalent education with proven field experience. 
  • Previous working experience: extensive experience in AC Power products and installation, especially for Datacenter or equivalent. 
  • Solid experience matured in adjacent markets and in similar positions.
  • High focus on customer needs. 
  • Practical experiences with AC Power products. 
  • Experience in quoting/proposing/installing/ managing projects. 
  • Disciplined, self-motivated and proactive. 
  • Able to combine long term and short-term goals by setting priorities. 
  • Organisational skills and familiar with a decentralised environment but at the same time able to work in a team. 
  • Ability to interact with all levels within the organisation from entry level to executive. 
  • Proficient in using C1 and Oracle Sales Cloud. 
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD systems.  
  • Well informed on standards and contractual regulation issues. 

  We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge each one. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for interview we will contact you within the next seven days.

• UPS Technical Sales Engineer

  Competitive

  EMEA

  Operations & Engineering

  Permanent

  Paris, France
   
  The Client

  Datacenter People is working with a global leader in designing, building and servicing critical power and cooling infrastructure for the data center industry.

  What The Job Involves 

  • Review RFQs and identify customer requirements/specifications.
  • Provide sales and pre-sales support with technical support of product specifications and applications.
  • Standard product selection based on customer requirements. 
  • Coordinates with factory engineering departments for specific technical requests. 
  • Special applications – Configure-to-Order (CTO).  
  • Manage the relationship between Sales teams and the Line of Business.
  • Create product and application presentations for customers and consultants.
  • Provide technical trainings to sales teams. 
  • Work with Product Management and Sales teams to feedback on issues with current products and provide input around new products.
  • Constantly monitor the market for trends and competitor activities. 
  • Support local quality management audits (e.g. ISO9001/14001). 
  • Support that any activity, task, and responsibility required by role in terms of the International. 
  • Trade Compliance Regulation is managed and performed in full compliance with the Company ITC certification program itself.
  • Participate in technical events / round tables to promote our portfolio. 

  We’re Looking for Someone With

  • A Degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics or similar related field. 
  • Previous working experience in AC Power products and installation, especially for Datacenter or equivalent.  
  • Solid experience matured in adjacent markets and in similar positions. 
  • Language skills:  fluent English written, and verbal required. 
  • Excellent IT skills (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and Customer/Sales orientation. 

  We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge each one. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for interview we will contact you within the next seven days.