Data Centre Technician — 24/7 Critical Infra Ops

SmartRecruiters, Inc.

City of Melbourne

Hybrid

AUD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

42 hours ago
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Job summary

NEXTDC is expanding its hyperscale data centre team in West Footscray. We seek a trades or technical individual with a mechanical or electrical background to join our facilities team as a Data Centre Technician, operating on a 24/7 rotating roster.

The role involves hands-on management of mechanical/electrical systems, cabling, and building monitoring, with on‑the‑job training provided. We encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Qualifications

  • Engineering background or trade certification is desirable.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Good customer service and communication skills are important.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with vendor management for maintenance of core mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Support 24/7 critical operations through monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and incident escalation.
  • Attend to Remote Hands requests such as Rack Power ups.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and customers to deliver seamless operations and support installations.
  • Ensure all visitors and contractors adhere to NEXTDC facility rules.
  • Undertaking regular manual handling duties as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Customer service
Communication skills
Problem-solving

Education

Engineering background (Mechanical/Electrical)
Trade Certification

Tools

Data centre cabling knowledge

Job description

NEXTDC is expanding its hyperscale data centre team in West Footscray. We seek a trades or technical individual with a mechanical or electrical background to join our facilities team as a Data Centre Technician, operating on a 24/7 rotating roster.

The role involves hands-on management of mechanical/electrical systems, cabling, and building monitoring, with on‑the‑job training provided. We encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

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