Associate Service Technician (24/7 Shift)

CDC; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDC Academy

CDC Day

Parental Leave

Volunteer Leave

Employee Assistance Program

CDC Social Events

Job summary

CDC Data Centres in Canberra is seeking an Associate Service Technician to support 24/7 operations. You will assist with monitoring, maintenance and customer requests to uphold high uptime and reliability of our data centre facilities.

This role welcomes candidates from trades or non trades, with strong safety awareness and teamwork. CDC Academy offers learning and development to support future growth within a growing national footprint.

Qualifications

• Entry point into the data centre industry suitable for recent trades or non-trades.
• Experience in technical environments is preferred.
• Good communication and safety awareness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor critical infrastructure to ensure uptime and continuity of services.
• Support customers, service technicians and contractors with maintenance activities.
• Respond to requests and incidents quickly and report them for restoration.
• Ensure activities are performed safely and in line with CDC processes.

Skills

Technical environments

Office 365

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification optional

Job description

Established in 2007, CDC Data Centresis Australia's leading operator of sovereign, secure, world-class data centre facilities.

Headquartered in Canberra with multiple facilities in the ACT, NSW, VIC and New Zealand, CDC's diversified operationsprovide secure data centre configurations that support co-location, containerised and hyperscale compute environments with all campuses interconnected with high-speed carrier grade networks.

At CDC we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe that everyone's unique experiences enable us to deliver meaningful benefits for our people, our clients and communities. Our mission is to attract, retain and grow the world's best data centre team.

Our people are committed, tenacious and meticulous in supporting our customers. Together, we configure the landscape to meet the security, reliability, connectivity and sustainability needs for today and tomorrow.

About the role:

The Associate Service Technician 24/7 position is a vital role that significantly contributes to the continuity and efficiency of our Data Centre Operations teams. The Associate Service Technician role is designed to uphold the highest standards of operational excellence and to ensure the continued customer satisfaction and data centre uptime we are known for. This role encompasses supporting customers, maintenance and monitoring activities, and is a key role in CDC's career pathways initiative with investment in learning and development opportunities, as we empower our teams for future growth.

Other responsibilities include:

• Support and engage with Customers, Service Technicians and contractors undertaking support activities and overseeing maintenance works.
• Monitor critical infrastructure to ensure continuity of services and no disruption to client's or business operations.
• Utilise electronic monitoring systems to proactively oversee and monitor site conditions.
• Respond to customer requests and critical events swiftly.
• Ensure personnel are performing activities safely and in accordance with CDC's processes and procedures.
• Provide timely reporting of events, and support restoration to normal operations.
  

What's in it for you:

CDC offers excellent employment conditions and benefits such as:

• CDC Academy -Mark your mark by enhancing your professional development with the CDC Academy. Enrol in specialised training courses that will help you develop skills and ensure you thrive in your chosen career.
• CDC Day - An additional day of paid leave dedicated to nurturing your health and wellbeing.
• Parental Leave - Inclusive and above legislative tenure of parental leave entitlements to help you start, grow and care for your family.
• Volunteer Leave - Make a meaningful difference with 2 days of volunteering leave for any cause or charity of your choice.
• Employment Assistance Program - Be confident that you and your family are supported with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• CDC Social Events - CDC's offers staff and their family's inclusive events that nurtures relationships, connection and friendships across the business. CDC hosts BBQs, family picnics and community events, bringing together CDC staff in different settings.
  

About you:

Whether you've recently completed your trade or you're someone without a trade qualification but motivated to learn and grow, this role offers an excellent entry point into CDC's rapid expansion. It's a strong opportunity to step into the data centre industry, with genuine room to develop and progress your career.

You will also bring:

• Experience working in technical environments such as telecommunications, fibre, fire systems, trades, IT, industrial facilities, or related fields.
• Confidence collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including internal teams, subject matter experts, and external service providers.
• The ability to identify risks and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Strong proficiency in Office 365 applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  

Australian Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security Clearance.

Closing Date: 4.59pm, Friday 25th September 2026