London, United Kingdom

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a global leader in mission critical power equipment.

What the Job Involves…

• Maintain high-level expertise of product knowledge and application.
• Complete System Layouts; design layouts of busduct systems based on site surveys, customer drawings, project tenders and field input.
• Working knowledge of Autocad mechanical and electrical preferred.
• Create product technical documentation (catalog sheets, FAQ’s, Tech Briefs, Reports, installation instructions, etc.)
• Provide technical support to sales and to customers onsite or remotely as required on topics including but not limited to product ratings, compliance with local regulations and Standards, safety, functionality, customisation, troubleshooting, installation, and pricing.
• Attend customer facing meetings which may include providing customer facing presentations for product solutions, project management updates.
• Drafting offers related to bus duct products, verifies the technical aspects of the application (based on the technical needs expressed by the customer, drawings of the installation layout.)
• Verifying the technical characteristics (operating temperature, power, installation, material, quantity, etc.)
• Supports the management of the customer’s project through the entire sales cycle
• Onsite troubleshooting and rework.
• Technical liaison to the sales team.
• Training on busduct product to Sales network, Customers and installing contractors.
• Provides Service Group through helping to project manage installations.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Aptitude for electrical product design and application in power distribution and busduct products.
• Familiarity with the IEC standards and various IEC certifications.
• Persuasive and articulate, with an ability to communicate and influence people at all levels, verbally, in writing and by presentation.
• Stable, loyal and reliable, with a customer focused personality.
• Self-reliant, flexible and resourceful.
• BS Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering - Electrical Engineering Preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with project management tools such as Prince2.
• Proficient in technical writing and communication.
• Prior experience with busduct products is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 15% on a regular basis and 20% occasionally, mainly in EMEA, other locations as required.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing and construction areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.

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.

Limburg an der Lahn, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading international cloud computing company.

What the Job Inolves…

• Install and set up services.
• Assemble, install, repair and set up the infrastructure equipment: container, cooling, optical fibers, electrical equipment etc.
• Install the probes and alerts needed to manage installations.
• Validate that the different deployments function correctly to ensure continuous service.
• Follow the set-up procedures for equipment.
• Manage the logistics of orders and dispatch.
• Comply with all policies for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Carry out preventative and recurred maintenance operations.
• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel, and follow safety protocol.
• Conduct maintenance of electrical systems.
• Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety regulations.
• Support the setup of ventilation, refrigeration, cooling/watercooling systems and conduct repairs when necessary.
• Aid in budget development and ensure it is followed.
• Maintain heating and plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
• Inspect alarm and DC monitoring systems and quickly schedule repairs when needed.
• Make preventative and recurred diagnostics on the infrastructure’s equipment.
• Uninstall and replace faulty components (pumps, ventilators, air coolers, etc.)
• Carry out maintenance operations on the infrastructures (change filters, programmed tests, cleaning, etc.)
• Relay reported anomalies to maintain service quality.
• Make suggestions for possible improvements to equipment.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has knowledge of the diverse types of physical interconnections and their categories on networks.
• Has knowledge of the data environment (network, electrics, ventilation, filtration, air conditioning, watercooling, etc.)
• Has knowledge of working in a production environment (delivered servers).
• Has command of the main installation techniques (interior work).
• Is able to work independently.
• Has previous working experience as a Maintenance Technician for 3/5 years’.
• Has a High School diploma.
• Any additional relevant certification will be considered an advantage (Power,HVAC…)
• Has an advanced understanding of electrical systems.
• Has in-depth knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Has applicable knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices.

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

Limburg an der Lahn, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading international cloud computing company.

What the Job Involves…

• Deployment and maintenance of data centers.
• Responsible for defining a development strategy for data centers that meet growth targets.
• Manage all IT/RUN technicians in your DC working 24/7 and strive to improve customer relations.
• Manage the team and provide managerial support required : annual appraisal, salary reviews, individual and collective feedbacks, days-off monitoring.
• Ensure good customer relations and customer satisfaction are maintained on a daily basis.
• Identify training needs and develop skills within the team.
• Supervise the DC system architecture and maintenance activity.
• Carry out regular audits on internal technical procedures to check operations.
• Deploy the Lean Management tools recommended by the RUN DC Manager.
• Ensure that operational planning and fixed objectives are respected.
• Manage the activity of the technicians.
• Manage monitoring alerts and customer ticket escalations.
• Ensure technicians provide a high level service.
• Prepare and manage preventive maintenance campaigns.
• Ensure major defaults on installations are escalated to the on-call datacenter technician and/or administrator team.
• Ensure the service is available 24/7.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has excellent knowledge of management techniques.
• Has the ability to follow and document internal procedures.
• Possess knowledge of the data center sector.
• Has strong managerial skills to coordinate the activity of the technicians.
• Has excellent interpersonal skills.
• Has excellent communication skills within a team.
• Has proven organisational skills, autonomous and adaptable.
• Has 2 years’ higher education in IT.
• Has a minimum of 3/5 years’ as Manager in IT/Data center/Industrial companies.

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 global colocation data center operator, who provide fast, secure connections that allow business to thrive and people to access online services.

What the Job Involves…

• Responsible for the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of our EMEA Sales training and enablement content.
• Use of various technologies and methodologies to produce first-class learning material with a focus on ease of consumption and effectiveness of delivery. 
• You will partner with the Global Sales Enablement Team, business units, project managers, and Subject Matter Experts to conduct needs analysis and develop training content and solutions that is flexible, comprehensive, and tailored to both new hires and tenured sales professionals. 
• Work in conjunction with Sales & Marketing Leaders to recommend and develop training programs in support of organizational objectives. 
• Drive program effectiveness to directly impact overall productivity of the EMEA Sales team.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has a BA or BS degree, with 5+ years of relevant professional experience in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Sales Training, and/or Product Marketing, preferably in the Telecommunications or IT industries.
• Has an exceptional ability to produce professional training using multiple delivery methods.
• Has demonstrated experience owning e-learning course development from beginning to end.
• Has demonstrated experience in directly creating training content and job aids/sales collateral to support comprehension and retention of key training objectives.
• Has demonstrated project management and leadership skills with ability to effectively plan, prioritize, execute, follow-up in a timely manner, anticipate problems and roadblocks, and meet target dates for implementation.
• Is a self-starter with strong work ethic and a positive, solution-oriented attitude able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively shift gears to meet changing business requirements.
• Is highly detail-oriented with an ability to review and edit content as a final owner
• Has experience with traditional instructional design tools, i.e. Adobe Captivate, Lectora and Camtasia.
• Has experience with LMS and modern enablement platforms, i.e. Cornerstone, Docebo, Mindtickle, Showpad.
• Is a creative thinker who can brainstorm and challenge the status quo with new ideas.
• Has knowledge of Sales, Sales Process, and Sales Methodologies and their implementation.
• Has fluency with Salesforce, understanding record relationships and reporting.

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 leader in mission critical power equipment.

What the Job Involves…

• Increase top line sales in the Region. 
• Establish and develop multi-channel sales strategy. 
• Develop regional sales channels, including selecting new representatives, establishing geographic prioritization, developing representative selection criteria, representative relationship support and management, development and administration of representative contracts, pricing strategy, training methods, and support programs.
• Develop and implement target data center end user account strategy. 
• Negotiate contracts and assist in their administration. 
• Create proposals, sales letters and prepare and deliver presentations. 
• Monitor regional market trends and identify impact on product development and suggest new products and services to promote and market within strategic global markets.
• Establish annual budget and adhere to approved budget guidelines.
• Establish and maintain database of regional contacts and accounts. 
• Coordinate sales operations with all other departments/divisions of the Company.  
• Assists with exportation requirements.
• Assists with regional trade account receivables and coordinate with Credit Manager and Accounts Receivable.
• Represent the company at industry tradeshows and events.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with highly developed listening skills 
• Has superior organisational, interpersonal, communication, negotiation and staff development and operations skills.
• Has appropriate language skills for the region.
• Has an Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Has an existing network of DACH (and ideally Poland) critical markets customers and potential representative.
• Has 5 years’ experience selling to the mission critical markets specifying engineering community.
• Has 5 years’ experience selling to the enterprise mission critical markets end users 
• Has 5 years’ experience in mission critical market sales.
• Has 5 years’ experience developing and executing strategic and tactical sales plans.
• Has a proven background in sales growth in the mission critical markets market.
• Is highly computer literate with high level of PowerPoint expertise, PC proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of sales contact management databases and CRM 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.

London, United Kingdom

About Us

Datacenter People is the leading recruiter in the datacenter industry worldwide. Data centers are those facilities that house all the emails and images you send, the home of the cloud that you read so much about. Data centers underpin the internet and supported everyone around the globe as we shifted to work from home in 2020. you'll know all about some of the largest operators - Microsoft, Amazon, Google and Facebook.
 
Our purpose is to fuel through talent the future of the global data center industry. We believe work should be fun. We help people to grow and go where they want to be in life. We have a friendly and supportive working culture, free from bureaucracy, with a loose, flat internal structure.
 
As Executive Researcher, you will be responsible for providing a broad range of research and recruitment support to the Recruitment Consultants. We will train you in recruitment research to work on projects across Europe, the USA and Asia-Pacific.

This is a varied and challenging role that has a meaningful impact on the business and the people we deal with.
 
What the Job Involves…

• Providing research and recruitment support to Recruitment Consultants.
• Using your skills to identify suitable active and passive candidates.
• Working on recruitment projects globally.
• Creating and optimising job adverts using platforms such as LinkedIn, Jobsite, Indeed etc.
• Filter incoming applications, determining if the candidate matches the job criteria.
• Preparing CVs and correspondence to send to clients in relation to candidates.
• Recording and maintaining detailed notes regarding candidate information, clients and requirements
• Build and maintain candidate talent pools.
• Work with the Research team and Recruitment Consultants to ensure effective research is conducted, suggesting alternative solutions or ideas.

  
We're Looking for Somone Who...

• Has previous office based administration/research experience.
• Is able to cope with pressure and work to a deadline.
• Is self-motivated.
• Is process-driven.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• A European language would also be a bonus but not essential.

 
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.

Dublin, Ireland 

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a company who are at the heart of the global digital economy, providing fast secure connections that enable businesses to thrive and people to access online services.

What the Job Involves…

• Execute maintenance and repairs of buildings and equipment in order to minimize downtime.
• Day-to-day surveillance of building and equipment and reports all building and customer defects to the relevant superior.
• Monitors and directs repairs and maintenance executed by subcontractors and documents the results.
• Monitor equipment to ensure adherence to agreed SLA.
• Pro-actively indicate if SLAs are under pressure.
• Maximise efficiency of Operations by utilising all available systems and technologies
• Consistently strive to develop and increase skills & expertise.
• Be an active participant and make observations & suggestions towards the improvement of the data centre effectiveness and efficiency.
• Works in line with standard operating manuals and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has data center experience.
• Has experience working with Data Center M&E equipment (UPS/Generators/HVAC/Air Handling Units/BMS).
• Has previous experience as a technician in an electrical or industrious environment.
• Is fluent in English, both written and orally; Other European languages an advantage.
• Has the ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Is pro-active with a can-do attitude.
• Is a team player with ability to work autonomously.
• Has secondary education in a technical field.

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.

Berlin, Germany

The Client

Datacenter People is working with a leading data center solutions provider, ranging from colocation to build-to-suit data centers. 

What the Job Involves…

• To operate the Critical Processes to ensure the mitigation of risk to the operation of critical plant and equipment.
• Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the building are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made. These reactive calls to also include concessionary stores and fabric related items.
• Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to maintain plant in serviceable order at all times.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works.  To provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works.
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to ensure safe working practices at all times.
• Carry out AP duties (training provided) and the issuing of permits to work
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment.  To include the wearing of uniform and PPE at all times.   
• Ensure the professional image of Penta Infra is presented to clients at all times
• Have meetings with customers on SLA performance and write reports about SLA performance.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has experience managing operations in data centers.
• Has experience in main distribution board switching of ACB’s.
• Has experience in changing modes of UPS i.e. start-up/Maintenance bypass/Eco-Ess Mode/VMMS Energy management mode.
• Has experience in use and interrogation of BMS systems in monitoring plant
• Has practical knowledge of H&S requirements including RA’s, Lock out Tag out, permits to work.
• Is experienced in vendor management.
• Has good communication skills (German and English Language).
• Has basic knowledge of MS office applications.
• Has experience with an asset management tool.

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.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The Client

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

What the Job Involves…

• Supports site visits, presentations, customer workshops based on exceptional knowledge of market and infrastructure in all countries.
• Acts as second pair of eyes to all technical country and HQ input and provides all technical information not available in country as part of RFP and tender processes.
• Collaborates with clients on their requirements to favourably influence specifications in RFPs.
• Builds and maintains effective long-term relationships and a high level of satisfaction with key senior-level decision makers and influencers at a selected group of major customers.
• Works with a defined set of customers to meet revenue targets of the company and supports sales team in the closing process.
• Conducts regular status and strategy meetings with the International Sales and Bid-Management as well as customer’s senior management or Subject Matter Experts to understand their needs and link them to the organization’s product/services strategy.
• Supports the national or major account sales team in the management of/building strong relationship to selected customers.
• Conducts environmental scans, organizational positioning analyses and other studies.
• Develops and keeps up to date a data base for standardized answers to RFP's in line with the standardized data center design.
• Provides external clients with objective strategic advisory services to improve organizational performance and long-term competitiveness.
• Supports the design, implementation, and delivery of business performance/improvement programs in areas such as customer relationship management and business process engineering.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has a technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in a data center
• Has a clear sales orientation, proven ability to articulate clear value propositions at executive level in multinational setting.
• Has a university degree in engineering would be beneficial, but not required; alternatively, comparable vocational education (e.g. in industries like pharmaceutical, petro-chemical, or other critical industries) with extensive working experience in the required sectors.
• Has ideally 3-5 years’ of experience in data center or telecommunication sector, and 3-5 years of project management or consultancy desired.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluent in English, both written and speaking and ideally one additional European language.

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 are working with a data center company who powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyper-scalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across six markets in North America and five markets in Europe.

What the Job Involves…

• Participate in all aspects of mechanical design and engineering including conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, development of construction documents. 
• Drive project level tasks and milestones assigned by the project management team 
• Create and/or review project plans and specifications.
• Subject matter expert responsible for technical reviews including submittals, RFIs and engineering studies/analysis. 
• Visit job sites for field investigations and coordination meetings.
• Creation and/or review of the following: Project specifications, schematic drawings, design and construction documents, submittals, sequence of operations, test and balance reports, commissioning scripts. 
• Attend project design team meetings and interface with various team members.
• Review, comment and process project plans and actively participate at various gating approvals.
• Participation in on-site job walks and meetings. 
• Review complete sequence of operations for all designed mechanical systems
• Project coordination and commissioning support. 
• Review documentation for the mechanical part of the commissioning efforts of each project.
• Work with Site Operations to find balance between cost-effective solutions & operational sustainability. 
• Support Site Operations to troubleshoot/tune existing systems.
• Additional duties as assigned from time to time by management.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college.
• 6 years of experience in Mechanical engineering design and construction required, 8-12 years preferred. 
• Data center experience is strongly preferred. 
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Excel, Word and Sigma6 modelling software. 
• Working knowledge of critical cooling infrastructure within a data center.  
• Working knowledge of all building codes and ordinances, including ASHRAE. 
• Travel required is expected to be 5 to 10%, but may increase over time as the business evolves.

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.

Geneva, Switzerland

The Client

Datacenter People is partnering with the leading data center colocation company in Switzerland, delivering scalable and secure services through its facilities throughout the country. 

What the Job Involves…

• Participate in RFI and RFP studies for prospective customers.
• Determine and allocate project estimate in relation with Construction and Finance Departments.
• Coordinate with internal teams to facilitate facility planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Ensure the successful on time delivery of build-out and retrofit of Data Center infrastructure.
• Supervise medium-to-large projects from conception to completion.
• Ensure large amounts of independent work as well as collaboration with external support groups including engineering, automation, processing, & finance in both local & global settings.
• Maintain schedule and budget until project completion.
• Supervise the 3-D coordination process to resolve all conflicts prior to installation.
• Handle billings and contract management; control billings to accounting for timely payment in relation with the Finance Department.
• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities and communicate to stakeholders and other teams to drive resolution. 
• Monitor, document and report on all phases of planning and construction on structure, electrical, mechanical, fire suppression, security and building controls. 
• Direct and manage the commissioning process (level 1 through level 5) on the project inclusive of the start-up plan, commissioning schedule and functional testing.
• Lead all activities required in the project closeout inclusive of operations and maintenance manuals, model turn over, and training.

We’re Looking for Someone Who…

• Has an Associates or Bachelors in applicable engineering field or mechanical or electrical trades.
• Has an operating engineering licenses such as DC II, DC III, or equivalent.
• Has a Stationary Engineering or Building Engineering License.
• Is able to prove their experience as project engineer in a data center (5 years).
• Has a good understanding of security standards.
• Can demonstrable ability to construction project and adheres to deadlines.
• Has the ability to comprehend, analyse, and interpret complex documents. Ability to suggest and recommend high-qualified technical solutions.
• Possesses high skills with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Outlook, and intranet/internet. Working knowledge of architectural, electrical and mechanical systems. Working knowledge of project management.
• Speaks fluently French, English and German with the ability to read and write in the other language. German is mandatory.
• Has a valid driver's license.

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.