Data Centre & Infrastructure Technician - FTC

Formula 1; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare scheme

Dental Care

4 x Grand Prix paddock passes per sea-

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Free staff shuttle to nearby trains (B

Free healthy snacks

Subsidised canteen at Biggin Hill

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Perkbox access

Job summary

Formula 1 is seeking a Data Centre Technician for the Race Engineering & Infrastructure team based at Biggin Hill. You will provide day-to-day support at the Media & Technology Centre and other F1 facilities, installing, testing and maintaining copper and fibre optic cabling and cross-connects.

You will troubleshoot issues, manage labelling and documentation, and assist with capacity planning and new installations while adhering to health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a Data Centre environment.
• Experience in live broadcast and IT environments.
• Experience with DCIM platforms (Sunbird, Nlyte).
• Knowledge of copper and fibre cabling, testing, and certification tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day data centre support at the M&TC and other F1 facilities.
• Install, terminate, and test copper and fibre optic cables (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, fibre).
• Patch, test and maintain copper and fibre optic cross-connects with CDFS/ODFS.
• Troubleshoot, fault-find and repair cabling systems; labelling and documentation.
• Manage rack/space, power distribution, and DCIM records; plan new installations and moves.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Driving license

Education

CDCTP – Certified Data Centre Technician Professional

City and Guilds 3668-02 – Principles of Communications, Fibre Optic & Structured Cabling

BICSI, CCNA, FOA (advantage)

Tools

DCIM platforms (Sunbird, Nlyte)

Fibre/Copper testing tools

Fluke/EXFO/OTDR testers

Cert tools/testers (LSPM, etc.)

Job description

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.Formula 1 covers a huge range of disciplines across a wide array of industry sectors, drawing the very best from our teams of technicians, engineers and media rights specialists and encouraging the creativity of experts in the fields of digital and traditional media, marketing and communications.We are recruiting for a Data Centre Technician for our Race Engineering & Infrastructure team on a 12 month FTC who would be based at our Biggin Hill office. Do you have what it takes to be part of the world’s greatest sport and entertainment spectacle?Main Duties and Responsibilities:Provide day-to-day and event support at the F1 Media and Technology Centre (M&TC) and other F1 facilitiesInstall, terminate, and test copper and fibre optic cables (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a, fibre optic)Install, patch, test and maintain copper and fibre optic cross-connects via structured Fibre Distribution Frames (CDFS & ODFS), ensuring accurate labelling, documentation and circuit management.Perform troubleshooting, fault-finding, and repairs on cabling systemsWork alongside the Technical services team to provide data centre support to teams at the M&TCEnsure proper labelling and documentation of equipment & cabling infrastructure.Capacity planning: Monitoring data centre capacity and forecasting future needsMonitor and assist with building site monitoring systems to ensure smooth operation in technical areasProvide routine checks in technical areas and respond to alarmsInstall & test rack and technical workstation power distribution equipment and cablingMaintain detailed records of the data centre and technical area configurationsCarry out racking/stacking of equipment, patching, break fix tasks, decommissioning, infrastructure installations & rack modificationsDay-to-day management of the DCIM softwareCreating, Maintaining and supporting technical centre processesProvide service desk support on technical centre work requestsSupport with contractor management and oversee third parties working on sitePlan, manage and oversee new installations and moves adds and changes (Inhouse and 3rd party)Capacity planning - Monitoring data centre capacity and forecasting future needsTo complete all mandatory training within specified timelinesTo always operate safely in line with Company health and safety requirements.To undertake other duties within your capabilities as your Department Manager or Team Manager may assign to you from time to time.QualificationsCDCTP – Certified Data Centre Technician ProfessionalCity and Guilds 3668-02 – Principles of Communications, Fibre Optic & Structured CablingCertifications such as BICSI, CCNA, FOA, or equivalent are an advantageECS/CSCS cardSpecification Essentials:5+ years’ experience working in a Data Centre environmentExperience working in a live broadcast and IT environment.Experience working with and managing DCIM platforms (Sunbird, Nlyte etc…)Comprehensive knowledge of Copper and Fibre cabling systems in a data centre environmentComprehensive knowledge of cable testing (Copper and Fibre) and use of certification tools/testers (Fluke, EXFO, OTDR, LSPM, etc.).Patching of equipment (power and connectivity)Have worked with low voltage power systems and have experience with UPSs, power distribution and generatorsUnderstanding of fire and life safety systems (Vesda and Inergen)BMS SystemsSCADA systemsTroubleshooting expertise in server and storage hardware, network cabling & protocols (TCP/IP/SNMP), power and cooling systems.24-7 shift work experienceKnowledge & Skills:Ability to work under pressure effectively both independently and as part of a teamExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsPersonal Qualities:Takes direction wellOpen to a collaborative approachGood organisation and record keeping skillsConfidentSelf-motivatedOther :GB/EU driving licenseWhy join the force behind the sport?Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:Private Healthcare schemeDental Care4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per seasonEnhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policiesA free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin HillFree healthy snacks in our officesSubsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closureOpportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in-house Learning and Development teamDiscount on F1 merchandiseDiscount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 DrivePerkbox benefit portal and moreRecruitment Fraud Warning: We only communicate with candidates through official @f1.com email addresses. We will never contact you via personal email accounts, messaging apps, or request payment as part of our recruitment process. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to be from our talent team, please report it to [e-mail]:Technical