Data Center Technician - Australia - Cambridge - On-Site

Live North West QLD; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development allowance

Certification sponsorship

Job summary

North West Queensland is seeking a Data Center Technician in Cambridge, Australia for a full-time, on-site role supporting critical infrastructure at world-class facilities.

You will install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment, perform structured cabling, and monitor environmental systems. Strong problem-solving and documentation skills are essential; physical ability to lift 50+ lbs is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years data center operations experience.
• Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with rack and stack operations.
• Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments.
• Data center certifications preferred (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE).
• Vendor certifications preferred (Dell, HPE, Cisco).
• Network certifications preferred (CCNA, JNCIA).
• Experience with DCIM platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of ITIL practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment.
• Perform structured cabling (copper and fiber optic).
• Execute hardware deployments and decommissions.
• Monitor environmental systems (power, cooling, security).
• Respond to incidents and perform troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and asset tracking.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams.
• Participate in capacity planning and upgrades.

Skills

Data center operations

Cabling

Troubleshooting

Rack and stack

Documentation

Power distribution/UPS

Communication

ITIL knowledge

Education

CDCP/CDCS/CDCE certifications

Dell/HPE/Cisco vendor certs

CCNA/JNCIA network certs

DCIM platforms

Tools

DCIM platforms

Job description

Job Description

Join our team as a Data Center Technician in Cambridge, Australia. This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll support critical infrastructure at world-class data center facilities.

• Install, configure, and maintain server and network equipment
• Perform structured cabling (copper and fiber optic)
• Execute hardware deployments and decommissions
• Monitor environmental systems (power, cooling, security)
• Respond to incidents and perform troubleshooting
• Maintain accurate documentation and asset tracking
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams
• Participate in capacity planning and upgrades

About the Candidate

• 3+ years data center operations experience
• Expert cabling skills (Cat6/6a, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with rack and stack operations
• Understanding of power distribution and UPS systems
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in demanding environments
• Data center certifications (CDCP, CDCS, CDCE) - preferred
• Vendor certifications (Dell, HPE, Cisco) - preferred
• Network certifications (CCNA, JNCIA) - preferred
• Experience with DCIM platforms - preferred
• Knowledge of ITIL practices - preferred

Work Environment

A$78,000-98,000/year (AUD annual)

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development allowance
• Certification sponsorship

Work Schedule

• Full-time permanent position
• Standard business hours with on-call rotation
• Shift differentials for nights/weekends when applicable