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Job Description
South East England or Midlands
The Client
Datacenter People is partnering with the UK’s leading digital edge infrastructure provider, specialising in cloud, colocation and connectivity services.
What The Job Involves
- Provide management support to all direct reports to ensure they are clear of what is expected of them, and that effective performance management is implemented throughout the team.
- Provide guidance, support, training, and coaching to and put in place development plans to ensure that all employees in own team are focused on continuous improvement.
- Lead all project works undertaken within region.
- Operate as the point of contact for all major capital expenditure activities within region.
- Work with managers in own region to ensure that you are aware of any ongoing maintenance or issues and provide support where needed.
- Carry out spot checks to ensure the correct documentation is in place for works on site.
- Work with managers in own region to ensure all Planned Preventative Maintenance is carried out on time and within budget.
- Own and drive improvements for revenue generation on sites.
- Collaborate with the other regional counterparts to ensure that best practice is being adopted and that a common approach is in place.
- Lead the drive to improve energy efficiency, process creation and improvement of best working practices alongside and in conjunction with the other Regional Head of Data Center Operations.
We're Looking For Someone With
- Minimum Degree level or equivalent in M&E engineering, IT, Computer Science, Management or similar discipline or proven equivalent working experience.
- Full UK Driving License.
- Extensive experience of leading data center critical facility services across multiple sites in the UK or abroad.
- Experience of managing people at a senior level in a customer facing technical operations environment,ideally in the colocation industry.
- Technical knowledge of datacentres and industry best practice.
- Ownership of managing multi-million-pound Capex & Opex budgets effectively and maximizing value for spend.
- Experience of working with a busy sales function to deliver client solutions.
- An enthusiastic, driven, committed and flexible approach to work.
- Be open to new ideas and have a positive outlook.
- Demonstrate value of and delivery of high-quality customer care with their approach to communication.
- Excellent standard of written and spoken English.
- Must be a team player but also able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work well to deadlines and under pressure.
- Ability to think logically.
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.
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The Client
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- 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.
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- 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.
- First Aid (preferrable).
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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. -
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Remote, UK
The Client
Datacenter People is partnering with a global leader in power infrastructure for data centers and other mission-critical environments.
What The Job Involves- Develop project plans outlining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to define project specifications and requirements.
- Ensure alignment of project goals with organizational objectives.
- Provide project forecasts to assist in production and material planning process.
- Maintain a high level expertise of product knowledge.
- Provide technical guidance to project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Plan resources to meet project requirements.
- Monitor and manage project budgets, expenses and resource utilisation.
- Collaborate with procurement and planning teams to acquire material and equipment.
- Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to uphold standards in design and quality of site workmanship.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and propose effective solutions.
- Attend customer meetings to present project updates and solutions to overcome issues.
- Address client concerns to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Implement and enforce quality control measures for site installations.
- Conduct inspections and audits on installations to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements and address issues promptly.
- Report on project progress and milestones.
- Maintain accurate project documentation in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
We’re Looking for Someone With
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field or equivalent proven experience.
- Proven experience in project engineering or management of electrical installations.
- Strong technical knowledge in electrical distribution systems.
- Proficient in project management tools and techniques.
- Proficient in BIM processes and procedures.
- Familiar with regulatory requirements and standards. Attention to detail and exceptional organisation and follow up skills
- Ability to interface effectively with customer and internal groups at all levels
- Strong problem solving and decision making abilities.
- Ability to work independently while still maintaining strong ties throughout organisation.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to travel throughout Europe (up to 50%).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in project management tools and software.
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.
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Data Center Engineer
Paris, France
The ClientDatacenter People is working with the largest global provider of cloud and carrier neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions.
What The Job Involves
- Anticipate and diagnose infrastructure-related issues by planning corrective interventions.
- Support our service providers throughout their on-site interventions.
- Propose corrections related to procedures (MOP).
- Ensure the quality of services delivered by our service providers.
- Anticipate and develop the annual maintenance schedule.
- Be a force for proposals as part of our continuous improvement.
- Produce any indicator allowing good continuity of service.
We’re Looking for Someone With
- Significant experience in facility management.
- Technical expertise in electricity (HT/LV), air conditioning, ventilation and fire safety.
- Mastery of IT tools (Autocad, CMMS, MS project, etc.).
- Fluent or bilingual English required.
- Ability to manage and supervise a long-term relationship with suppliers/service
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- Team spirit.
- Rigor and method.
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.
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