Paris, France

The Client

Datacenter People is working with the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide.

What the Job Involves...

• Perform permanent control and regular maintenances (preventive maintenance).
• Perform reactive maintenances.
• Establish a diagnosis in the event of a failure and detect its origin then intervene accordingly.
• Provide troubleshooting for the installations as well as all the sub-equipment of the installations you are in charge of (main switchboard, electrical cabinet, HVAC, etc.)
• Ensure electrical work.
• Monitor the interventions of technical subcontractors related to the activity.
• Provide technical support to local teams.
• Be proactive in order to optimize safety, equipment performance and energy expenditure.
• Report the monitoring of activities to the technical coordinator.
• Maintain the technical rooms in line with our service (cleaning, lighting and security, etc.)
• Work in a team 24/24.

We're Looking for Someone Who...

• Bac Pro/BTS industrial maintenance/electrical engineering or adequate experience.
• Proven technical knowledge in electricity, HV/LV accreditation.
• Technical knowledge in industrial refrigeration (cooling towers, chillers, Crac units, etc.)
• 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Mastering industrial computing (CMMS).
• Flexible and able to work in a team and independently.
• Sense of customer relations and good communication skills.

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.

Zurich, Switzerland

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading data center colocation operator.

What the Job Involves...

• Working with a team of highly qualified Technicians, the role offers huge development potential for any candidate wanting to work on the leading edge of the growing data centre industry. 
• Operation and maintenance of all critical facility systems, areas include: Electrical, Mechanical, Building and Control.
• Monitor the EPMS, BMS, Fire Systems Alarms and respond in a timely manner.
• Operate, monitor, maintain and respond to abnormal conditions in critical facility systems.
• Perform preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance on state of the art medium & low voltage, high availability power systems.
• Ensure all subcontractors are inducted & permitted to work.
• Ensure that documents library and workshop are clean & tidy always.
• Provide input into and develop site specific procedures including EOPs, SOPs and MOPS.

We're Looking for Someone Who...

• A fully verifiable trade qualification in a relevant engineering discipline & verifiable additional training that is relevant to the proposed environment.
• Understanding of LV power distribution and loading.
• A strong understanding and experience of the electrical & mechanical systems used in a data centre environment, including: Feeders, Transformers, Generators, Fuel Systems, Switchgear, UPS Systems, Battery Banks, ATS / STS Units, Chillers, Air Handling Units, CRAC Units, Fire Alarm Systems and Fire Suppression Systems.
• Experience of complex automatic control equipment, including relay logic, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), building management systems and their integration with the data center infrastructure.
• Experience of low & medium voltage distribution systems & associated switch gear and protection equipment is preferred.
• Availability to work shift and to provide emergency cover as required. 
• No prior data center experience is required as full training can be provided.

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.

Reading, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People are working with global pioneers in data center consultancy services and technical solutions, providing M&A, investment, design, project management and operations focussed services. The company is an independent organisation made up of designers, engineers, consultants, project managers, technical specialists, and Revit/BIM operators.  

What the Job Involves…

• To ensure that all maintenance work progress at a robust, business-like pace so that financial margin is not eroded by staff or contractors dawdling or pursuing other time wasting practices on site.
• To maintain the Site Files in accordance with company standards.
• To read, understand & to maintain the site in accordance with all H&S regulations & guidance.
• To familiarise yourself with Method Statements & Risk Assessments & ensure that they are adhered to closely. Also, to ensure that all 3rd party contractors provide copies of their own Method Statements and Risk Assessments & adhere to those.
• To ensure that each member of staff & contractor receive Site Induction training before commencing works.
• To maintain accurate service reports of FT & contract staff attending the site, including precise description of works completed.
• To inspect works undertaken by external contractors to ensure that the works are to the highest industry standard & in accordance with company expectations. 
• To wear the necessary and appropriate PPE when on site.
   

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has a strong understanding of data center related technologies, such as UPS systems.
• Is experienced in working with mission critical equipment.
• Has industry recognised qualifications, such as a university degree, City & Guilds, or an apprenticeship.
• Has an understanding of Mechanical and Electrical systems.

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. 

Slough, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People are working with global pioneers in data center consultancy services and technical solutions, providing M&A, investment, design, project management and operations focussed services. The company is an independent organisation made up of designers, engineers, consultants, project managers, technical specialists, and Revit/BIM operators.  

What the Job Involves…

• To ensure that all maintenance work progress at a robust, business-like pace so that financial margin is not eroded by staff or contractors dawdling or pursuing other time wasting practices on site.
• To maintain the Site Files in accordance with company standards.
• To read, understand & to maintain the site in accordance with all H&S regulations & guidance.
• To familiarise yourself with Method Statements & Risk Assessments & ensure that they are adhered to closely. Also, to ensure that all 3rd party contractors provide copies of their own Method Statements and Risk Assessments & adhere to those.
• To ensure that each member of staff & contractor receive Site Induction training before commencing works.
• To maintain accurate service reports of FT & contract staff attending the site, including precise description of works completed.
• To inspect works undertaken by external contractors to ensure that the works are to the highest industry standard & in accordance with company expectations. 
• To wear the necessary and appropriate PPE when on site.
   

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has a strong understanding of data center related technologies, such as UPS systems.
• Is experienced in working with mission critical equipment.
• Has industry recognised qualifications, such as a university degree, City & Guilds, or an apprenticeship.
• Has an understanding of Mechanical and Electrical systems.

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. 

United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading provider of full turn-key linear motion and electro-mechanically rack mount and power distribution solutions for the world’s largest OEMs and end-users in the data center and consumer appliance markets. The Company’s operations include design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, test and distribution.

What the Job Involves…

• Providing strong sales leadership, support, and direction for regional sales and support personnel including recruitment, selection, training, coaching, and retention activities.
• Improve opportunity closure rate of team by promoting regional partnerships and increasing key engagements in both OEM and distribution channels.
• Provide regular and consistent communications, sales updates, barriers, and opportunity reporting to Global VP. 
• Establish regional sales objectives; Creating, communicating, and executing regional sales plan, quota, and assignments to achieve budget. 
• Create regional sales forecast, prepare annual budget, analyse and track budget and variances, and implement corrective actions as necessary to achieve targets. 
• Report regional sales information, recommend investment and strategic action plans, and implement tactical actions to achieve long term goals.
• Establish working relationships with global customer service, quality, and production teams to support customers and regional account management needs. 
• Promoting the company's design and manufacture capabilities and developing key account relationships and opportunities leading to long term product sales growth. 
• Identifying, mapping, and maintaining deep and productive relationships with key influencers ranging from engineering personnel, product managers, procurement agents, and executive supporters within key customer organizations. 
• Recommend new product offerings and identify new opportunities for the company; track and report voice-of-customer to product marketing team; track competitors and develop competitive response actions as appropriate. 
• Working closely with potential OEM customers to understand technical challenges and business goals and proposing solutions.
• Compiling and creating detailed business and technical proposals in response to OEM opportunities and RFQ proposals. 
• Negotiating new contracts, troubleshoot and resolve disputes, and manage disagreements and deviations between key customer expectations and the company's requirements.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Possesses 5+ years of meaningful sales account leadership for technical products in B2B company. 
• Is a highly motivated, self-starter with aptitude to coach and develop high performance sales teams. 
• Has the ability to speak and influence key customer influencers at all position levels within partner organization, both professionally and technically. 
• Has the ability to effectively communicate, prioritize and gain support from cross functional and geographically diverse colleagues and resources.
• Has outstanding negotiation management skills. 
• Has excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Holds strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Is able to travel frequently.

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. 

London, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading large scale, carrier and cloud neutral multi-tenant data center provider across Europe and Asia-Pacific. They currently have a number of major developments either planned or under constructions, and is also planning a public listing of the company on an international Stock Exchange, subject to market conditions.

What the Job Involves…

• To support the Director in creating key messaging to promote the company, its brand and offering to the markets identified above to generate sales leads.
• Pro-actively advise and support on marketing activities principally based on lead generation in the UK and Europe.
• By using Salesforce as a tool to analyse and measure marketing success and return on investment from lead generation campaigns to determine and implement future sales strategies with the site teams.
• Assist the UK and European sales teams with presentations and communications / reports with customers, managing translations, as required, into local languages, using suitable external suppliers to assist.
• Oversee the adherence by the UK and European teams of the corporate standards as laid down in company brand guidelines and various templates.
• Complete market research to determine competition and opportunities for growth.
• Brainstorm and implement digital marketing and print initiatives to ensure the company enjoys a sustained presence using both e-marketing and off line techniques.
• Implementation of the site marketing plans to budget, standards and time-line.
• Ensure demonstrably streamlined commercial processes.
• Work with Group Marketing to identify, manage and report local marketing budgets. Ensure cost efficiencies and negotiate best possible rates.
• Providing and uploading content of any website copy to the backend CMS (Umbraco) ensuring any necessary translations are produced.
• Work with creative agencies to generate website content, graphics, print collateral and promotional materials.
• Assistance with the company's presence on other social media and relevant directory/database sites.
• Assist Group Marketing with the launch and promotion of new or acquired data centres as well as extensions/upgrades of existing ones.
• Assist Group Marketing with the company's participation and sponsorship at industry events in the UK and Europe, including liaising with suppliers in the design and implementation/production of any stands and promotional materials.
• Provide help on any other marketing activities and ad hoc projects as directed.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Is educated to degree level.
• Has worked closely with Sales teams to deliver targeted digital marketing campaigns in order to improve lead generation.
• Has worked client side in Marketing & Communications teams.
• Has general marketing experience in B2B.
• Has fluency in English as well as excellent written skills.
• Has a strong interest in Marketing and a desire to develop personal skills and knowledge in this area. 
• Has a proven ability to manage own defined projects.
• Is a good communicator, as the jobholder will be required to visit and work closely with all Asia-Pacific data centres.
• Has a proven track record of working with Salesforce to analyse and measure marketing success and return on investment from lead generation campaigns.
• Has an ability to understand and analyse campaign data.
• Holds strong time management, planning and organising skills.
• Has a keen attention to detail – essential to ensure that collateral, collateral, databases, etc are accurate and all work produced is of the highest quality.
• Has excellent IT skills, ie good knowledge of MS Office– Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

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.

Slough, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a Global Leading Data Center services provider.

The Role

• You’ll be part of a 27/7/365 shift team to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive and breakdown works to all mechanical and electrical systems within the site.  
• Demonstrate relevant knowledge of UPS, Generators, HV, PDU’s, CRAC units or equivalent 
• Ability to fault find using the production of graphical information and the utilisation of current alarm data.

The Experience Profile 

• Time served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent in an ndustrial/manufacturing/commercial/critical environment focusing on operation and maintenance.
• Experience in main distribution board switching of ACB’s.
• Experience in changing modes of UPS i.e. start-up/maintenance bypass/Eco-Ess Mode/VMMS Energy management mode.
• Knowledge of Critical cooling systems and SLA’s/KPI’s within a critical environment.
• Knowledge of basic Air Conditioning and humidity control.
• Experience in the operation and control of generators and UPS.
• Experience in use and interrogation of BMS systems in monitoring plant.
• Practical knowledge of H&S requirements.

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.

Slough, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a Global Leading Data Center services provider.

The Role

• Lead a team of engineers, supervising all maintenance and operations activities within the data centres, co-ordinating shift activities.
• Ensure activity records, shift logs and statutory logbooks are maintained and accurate. 
• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive and breakdown works to all mechanical and electrical systems within the site.  
• Demonstrate relevant knowledge of UPS, Generators, HV, PDU’s, CRAC units or equivalent, which will include the ability to fault find using the production of graphical information and the utilisation of current alarm data.

The Experience Profile 

• Time served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent in an industrial/manufacturing/commercial/critical environment focusing on operation and maintenance.
• Experience in main distribution board switching of ACB’s.
• Experience in changing modes of UPS i.e. start-up/maintenance bypass/Eco-Ess Mode/VMMS Energy management mode.
• Knowledge of Critical cooling systems and SLA’s/KPI’s within a critical environment.
• Knowledge of basic Air Conditioning and humidity control.
• Experience in the operation and control of generators and UPS.
• Experience in use and interrogation of BMS systems in monitoring plant.
• Practical knowledge of H&S requirements.

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.

Frankfurt, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with an international telecomms operator opening a new datacenter in Frankfurt.

The Role

• Daily facilities inspection and maintenance for Data Center M&E facilities.
• Perform re-lamping and facilities repairs.
• Supervise Vendors to carry out scheduled facilities maintenance during weekend.
• Escort Vendors for regular cleaning in data halls/critical areas.
• Escalate problem/incident to Engineer or Manager.
• Incident handling.
• Assist Manager/Engineer to handle customers’ IT equipment racks & equipment move-in.
• Perform Burn-in Test & Current Leakage Test for customers’ IT equipment.
• Provide 7 x 24 shift duty service.
• Manage and Monitor the Data Center Infrastructure Management System (DCIM) and all sub systems including but not limited to BMS, PMS, and SMS.
• Assist Engineer to update Inventory list/Asset list etc.
• Coordinate with local utility company and conduct routine check and maintenance.

The Experience Profile

• Certificate/education in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience of facilities operation in Data Center/Telecommunications industry.
• Familiar with a minimum of two types of critical facilities (Chiller/Cooling Tower, CRAC, UPS, STS, Genset, Nitrogen gas suppression System).
• 7 x 24 shift duty or day only duty.

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.

Frankfurt, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with an international telecomms operator opening a new Data center in Frankfurt.

The Role

• Responsible for Data Center Facility Management operations.    
• Establish engineering and operation procedures and roll out for site staff.
• Observe and control of the laws and regulations, organize and manage the onsite electrical organization as an electrical specialist (GVEFK, Gesamt verantwortliche Elektro Fachkraft) with overall responsibility (qualification minimum Bachelor Professional/Master Professional Electrical).
• Ensure compliance with all local statutory regulations.
• Emergency call support and site attendance for trouble shooting.
• Implement the energy/cost initiative program.
• Managing all vendors to carry out maintenance for all installations during weekend and review maintenancereports.
• Development of technical service standard.
• Assist manager to prepare Critical Environment procedures.
• Provide solutions for technical issues.
• Initiate a system to measure the quality of performance.
• Initiate a preventive management programme.
• Participate in Disaster Recovery Plan per the Client’s requirement.
• Manage and monitor the Data Center Infrastructure Management System (DCIM) and all sub-systems including but not limited to BMS, PMS, and SMS. 
• Update technical drawing regularly/Inventory list/Asset list etc.
• Ensure all certificates are not expired, arrange renewal when required.
• Handle customers’ IT equipment racks & equipment move-in.
• Perform Burn-in Test & Current Leakage Test for customers’ IT equipment
• Incident handling.
• Coordinate with local utility company and conduct routine check and maintenance.

The Experience Profile

• Practical experience in facilities operation in Data Center/Telecommunications industry desireable.
• With local certified license and abilities to coordinate with utility company and deal with High Voltage.
• Familiar with critical facilities including Chiller/Cooling Tower, CRAC, UPS, STS, Genset, Novec 1230/Nitrogen, Pre-action Sprinkler System etc.
• Strong leadership, people and communication skills.
• Strong PC literacy and proven ability to manage daily activities using various systems including MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good command of both written and spoken English and German.
• Holder of national certified qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. 
• Provide 7 x 24 Emergency service (non-office hours standby).

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.

Frankfurt, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with an international telecomms operator opening a new datacenter in Frankfurt.

The Role

• Daily facilities inspection and maintenance for Data Center E&M facilities.
• Perform re-lamping and facilities repairs.
• Supervise Vendors to carry out scheduled facilities maintenance during weekend.
• Escort Vendors for regular cleaning in data halls/critical areas.
• Escalate problem/incident to Engineer or Manager.
• Incident handling.
• Assist Manager/Engineer to handle customers’ IT equipment racks & equipment move-in.
• Perform Burn-in Test & Current Leakage Test for customers’ IT equipment.
• Provide 7 x 24 shift duty service.
• Manage and Monitor the Data Center Infrastructure Management System (DCIM) and all sub systems including but not limited to BMS, PMS, and SMS.
• Assist Engineer to update Inventory list/Asset list etc.
• Coordinate with local utility company and conduct routine check and maintenance.

The Experience Profile

• Certificate/education in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience of facilities operation in Data Center/Telecommunications industry.
• Familiar with a minimum of two types of critical facilities (Chiller/Cooling Tower, CRAC, UPS, STS, Genset, Nitrogen gas suppression System).
• 7 x 24 shift duty or day only duty.

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.

Frankfurt, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a global leading provider of hyperscale data center campuses.

The Role

• Ensure the completion of the maintenance activities to the highest quality level of planification, preparation, execution, and reporting.
• Ensure the full reliability of the infrastructures with the focus on continuity of services, energy efficiency and budgetary constraints.
• Use the BMS (Backup Management System) and all available systems and do regular walkthroughs to keep up to date at all time the appropriate monitoring on site
• Participate in the implementation of the site-specific crisis management plan and in the tests and implementation exercises concerning this plan.
• Monitor very closely the capacities of the infrastructure equipment at their different levels and their load of use / demand, and report back to the Site Manager.
• Anticipate the impact of the future development of customer loads on these infrastructures. 
• Participate with the construction team to any site construction phase including the commissioning, and specifically to ensure service continuity to the customers.
• Actively contribute to all improvement actions in the site PUE.
• Proactively raise awareness of the need to increase the power level that is contractually agreed with the energy provider.
• Develop energy quality indicators as provided on behalf of infrastructures, by keeping appropriate records.
• Ensure highest standards of cleanliness by adapting the ad-hoc services.
• Beyond the context of the technical infrastructures of the Data Centre area, manage all services/suppliers concerned and the external appearance of the building.
• With the assistance of the IT and Controls departments, ensure the proper operation of the site’s BMS.
• Ensure that resources allow for the monitoring of infrastructures and their use at all times and as closely and as efficiently as possible.
• Support and monitor the maintenance service providers daily and keep up to date the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in accordance with VANTAGE’s requirements.
• Participate in regular audits which are designed to assess the level of service continuity and analyse risks.
• Implement improvement plans arising from the observations made during audits or in response to incidents arising in the infrastructures.

The Experience Profile

• Technical training (advanced technician or engineer level) in one of the following fields: electricity (electric generators, UPS, low-voltage distribution), air conditioning, fire and physical safety and security (access control, video and anti-intrusion systems) or centralized building management systems.
• At least 3 years’ experience in these types of functions, ideally in a similar environment to data center operations.
• Demonstrate knowledge in operating, maintaining, repairing, inspecting, and testing critical electrical distribution systems, HVAC systems and building management/automation equipment.
• Supervision of Level II, III and IV maintenance works on the site infrastructure.
• Good communication skills with third parties and internal customers.
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach and the capacity to generate new ideas.
• Highly motivated at problem-solving.
• Attention to detail and a genuine commitment to following up actions.
• Good writing skills.
• Proven skills in the use of software, such as, BMS, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and MS Project.
• Travel is expected to be less than 5%, occasionally for training purposes.
• English and German language minimum level B2.

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.