Data Centre Critical Facilities Engineer

Atos; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital transformation company in the UK seeks a skilled Data Centre Manager to oversee operations, ensure effective management of electrical and mechanical duties, and maintain essential infrastructure. Applicants should have GCSE-level education, an understanding of security systems, and experience in managing supplier relationships. This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for personal development and growth.

Benefits

Pension Scheme with matched contributions

Private medical cover

Income protection

Life assurance

25 days paid leave plus national holidays

Flexible benefits program

Qualifications

• Manage the Data Centre effectively, ensuring reliability and capacity.
• Develop relationships with maintenance suppliers.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Respond to emergency calls and complete site audits.
• Monitor BMS systems for functionality.
• Conduct daily visual inspections.
• Implement fire procedures and conduct tests.
• Report security issues.
• Ensure maintenance checks are reported.
• Support production of customer SLA reports.

Skills

Data Centre management

Supplier relationship management

Customer service response

BMS control monitoring

Site inspections

Emergency call response

Security systems understanding

Electrical and mechanical support

Education

GCSE level education

Full British driving license

Computer-based subject qualification

JIB electrician equivalent

HV / AP engineer qualification

FGAS 2079 and MVQ level 2

Job description

Overview

About Atos Group: Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris. The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

Where purpose meets career:

Promotion: At Atos, we believe in recognizing and rewarding performance. Employees become eligible for promotion after completing 12 months in their current role, subject to performance and business needs.

Work/Team Culture

Atos fosters a culture of continuous learning and opportunity. As a global leader in digital transformation, we empower our teams with access to upskilling programs, internal mobility, and collaborative work environments that support innovation and growth.

Shift & On-call Allowance

This role does not involve shift work. However, it includes participation in a call rota with an allowance: 2 weeks on-call followed by 4 weeks off-call. This ensures balanced workload and availability for critical support.

About our HC&I Practice

Hybrid Cloud & Infrastructure (HC&I) Practice at Atos UK&I delivers secure, scalable and sustainable infrastructure solutions across public, private and hybrid cloud environments. We partner with leading technology providers to help major clients — including those in Public Sector, Financial Services, Defence and Manufacturing — modernise their infrastructure, migrate to cloud and drive digital transformation with resilience, efficiency and compliance.

Skills We Can’t Do Without

• To proactively manage the Data Centre from an electrical, M&E, air conditioning, and general engineering duties, by effectiveness, reliability and capacity by the identification and implementation of innovative critical facility solutions and strategies that deliver business advantage.
• To develop and manage relationships with supplier maintainers.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with internal and external clients; respond to customer service requests in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls; take part in the on-call rota - complete audits for site showing contractor reports.
• Ensure BMS control system is functioning correctly and regularly monitor BMS reports and screens.
• Maintain and execute a data centre building monitoring schedule incorporating a daily visual site inspection of all key components; implement any necessary actions to maintain or improve data centre services and facilities.
• Maintain fire procedures and execute regular tests and checking routines.
• Report on any security related issues or irregularities.
• Ensure daily site checks are performed and any problems reported to lead engineer.
• Manage maintenance providers and issue permits to work as and when appropriate.
• Support production of monthly customer SLA reports.
• Support review of service and performance levels to contribute to continuous improvement programme within the team.
• Perform site maintenance activities as required.
• Maintain and have an understanding of site security systems both CCTV and access control.
• Provide support for electrical and mechanical works being carried out throughout site.
• Be available for ongoing incidents, including out of hours.

General Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work in an effective manner.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain decisive.
• Methodical and disciplined approach to work; PC skills and software familiarity.

Qualifications & Experience

• Typically educated to GCSE level.
• Holder of a full British driving license.
• Qualification in a computer-based subject.
• Qualified to equivalent of JIB electrician.
• Qualified HV / AP engineer (advantageous).
• Qualified to FGAS 2079 and MVQ level 2 (advantageous).

Training & Development

• AO Induction – via the UK Induction Portal; Security Awareness; Security clearance at BPSS / SC level.
• Health, Safety & Environment training (Display Screen Equipment, Environmental Awareness, Fire Safety, Office Safety).
• Core skills (modules to support individual development needs).
• HV / AP if not already.

Employee Benefits

• Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%.
• Private medical cover.
• Income protection.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days paid leave + National Holidays.
• Flex benefits program.

As a Disability Confident employer, we encourage applications from all applicants, especially differently abled applicants. We aim to ensure that those who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. We are a care leaver friendly employer; if you require additional support with your application, please contact our recruiter or email [e-mail].

If you have any questions, please contact our recruitment partner Meyeppan M on LinkedIn.

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