Data Centre Engineer

iCobus Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

iCobus Limited is recruiting a Data Centre Engineer for a site-based role in Manchester. You will join a dedicated team delivering BAU data centre services, cabling infrastructure, and essential hardware maintenance for a major financial organisation.

The role requires hands-on experience in data centres, strong knowledge of IT infrastructure and structured cabling, and the ability to work a continuous 24x7x365 shift. On-site collaboration with facilities and vendors is key.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in a similar Data Centre or high-risk operational environment.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, structured cabling, and networking concepts.
• Experience with server configuration (e.g., iDRAC, iLO), fault finding, and hardware maintenance.
• Ability to work a continuous 24x7x365 rotating shift pattern under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organisational levels.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day change control management, incident response, fault finding, and escalation in line with agreed SLAs.
• Perform Moves, Adds & Changes (MAC), racking, stacking, patching, and decommissioning of server and network hardware.
• Manage, track, and maintain accurate inventory records of all Data Centre assets and infrastructure documentation.
• Supervise and escort third-party vendors and external contractors on-site.
• Plan and implement IT hardware installations and structured cabling work adhering strictly to site standards and approved processes.
• Work closely with facilities providers to ensure governance, site maintenance, and maximum energy efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with all Client and Support Services Health & Safety, Quality, and Data Centre Security procedures.

Skills

IT infrastructure knowledge

Structured cabling

Networking concepts

Server hardware maintenance

Tools

ServiceNow

Remedy

DCIM tools

MS Office

Helpdesk applications

Job description

Data Centre Engineer

Employment Type - Permanent

Shift Pattern: 24x7x365 (4 days on / 4 days off, 4 nights on / 4 nights off)

Location: Manchester, UK

Role Overview

We're recruiting on behalf of our global client for a site-based Data Centre Engineer to join a dedicated team delivering critical data centre services, Business-as-Usual (BAU) operations, and cabling infrastructure support for a prestigious international financial organisation in Manchester.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day change control management, incident response, fault finding, and escalation in line with agreed SLAs.
• Perform Moves, Adds & Changes (MAC), racking, stacking, patching, and decommissioning of server and network hardware.
• Manage, track, and maintain accurate inventory records of all Data Centre assets and infrastructure documentation.
• Supervise and escort third-party vendors and external contractors on-site.
• Plan and implement IT hardware installations and structured cabling work adhering strictly to site standards and approved processes.
• Work closely with facilities providers to ensure governance, site maintenance, and maximum energy efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with all Client and Support Services Health & Safety, Quality, and Data Centre Security procedures.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven hands-on experience in a similar Data Centre or high-risk operational environment.
• Sound knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, structured cabling, and networking concepts.
• Experience with basic server configuration (e.g., iDRAC, iLO), fault finding, and hardware maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work on own initiative as well as unsupervised within a shift team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all organisational levels.
• Ability to work a continuous 24x7x365 rotating shift pattern under pressure.

Preferred

• Experience using ITSM ticketing platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy) and DCIM tools/standards.
• Competency in MS Office and service delivery/helpdesk applications.
• Previous experience operating within enterprise or corporate financial data centre environments.