Mission-Critical Data Center Operator

T5 Data Centers; Viborg Kommune; On-site; DKK 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

T5 Data Centers in Viborg, Denmark, is seeking a Control Room Specialist to monitor and operate critical data center infrastructure around the clock. You will respond to alarms, coordinate incidents, and support troubleshooting to minimize downtime while ensuring safety and reliability.

We value technically minded professionals with experience in control rooms, BMS/SCADA, and 24/7 operations, who can maintain calm under pressure and drive continuous improvement in operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Technical education or training, preferably as an Electrician, Marine Engineer or Cooling Technician.
• Experience from a control room environment, including monitoring BMS, SCADA and Fire Life Safety systems.
• Experience with automation, CTS, CR, SCADA, networks and servers.
• 1-3+ years of experience in a mission-critical environment, such as a data center, shipping, power/heat plant or oil & gas.
• Electrical or mechanical certification/licence.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical manuals, drawings and sketches.
• Ability to work safely and proficiently with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and operating critical and non-critical data center infrastructure and systems.
• Responding promptly to alarms and alerts and taking appropriate action to minimize downtime.
• Acting as an incident specialist and coordinating with cross-functional teams during incidents.
• Monitoring power, cooling capacity and environmental conditions within the data halls.
• Working with BMS, SCADA, CMMS, Fire Life Safety and network systems.
• Supporting troubleshooting, analysis and optimization of technical systems.
• Performing facility rounds of SCADA/BMS systems and physical inspections of the facility.
• Supporting and guiding operators, technicians and other relevant personnel.
• Developing, reviewing, auditing and executing operating procedures, standards and specifications.
• Supporting change control activities and ensuring procedures are followed.
• Working with and escorting external contractors while ensuring compliance with facility rules.
• Participating in training, construction and commissioning activities as required.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Working shifts to support 24/7 data center operations and being flexible when coverage of other shifts is required.

Skills

Control room experience

BMS/SCADA experience

English communication

Safety and risk awareness

Problem solving

Education

Electrical or mechanical certification/licence

Tools

BMS

SCADA

Fire Life Safety

CMMS

Networks & servers

Job description

T5 Data Centers in Viborg, Denmark, is seeking a Control Room Specialist to monitor and operate critical data center infrastructure around the clock. You will respond to alarms, coordinate incidents, and support troubleshooting to minimize downtime while ensuring safety and reliability.

We value technically minded professionals with experience in control rooms, BMS/SCADA, and 24/7 operations, who can maintain calm under pressure and drive continuous improvement in operational excellence.