Data Centre Operations Sevenoaks

0201 CSC Computer Sciences Ltd; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Job summary

DXC Technology is hiring Data Centre Engineers for a role based around Sevenoaks, Kent, with regular attendance at Maidstone. The position requires UK security clearance and driving with own transport.

You will work across days and nights in a secure environment, fulfilling detailed intervention instructions and maintaining high data-centre standards. Successful candidates will meet government security requirements and join a team committed to reliability and professional interaction with

Qualifications

• Willingness to undergo UK security clearance (SC) as required.
• Strong IT operations understanding in a large organisation.
• Able to drive and have own transport.
• Eligible to meet UK Government and contractual security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect status indicators on customer equipment and report status.
• Power-cycle customer equipment per written instructions.
• Inspect cabling and power connections for proper seating.
• Test cable paths against performance standards.
• Mount media in identified drives for builds/diagnosis.
• Activate hardware controls and replace hot-swappable components as needed.

Skills

Data centre operations

Security clearance

Server hardware

Networking basics

Customer communication

Driving license

Attention to detail

English proficient

Education

Professional certification in a relevant field

Technical degree

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description: We are hiring Data Centre Engineers for our client based in Sevenoaks in Kent with regular attendance at Maidstone site. This is a secure environment requiring security clearance and as a result we invite applications from UK nationals who hold or are willing to undergo SC clearance due to account requirements. The role will involve working both dayshift/nightshift hours and we offer a generous shift allowance as a result. Due to frequency of attendance at both sites, we require candidates who can drive and have their own transport. Due to the nature of the work and the customers we support, the successful candidate must be eligible to meet UK Government and contractual personnel security requirements, including the applicable residency requirements for the role, and have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Some roles may also be subject to nationality requirements where these are necessary to meet UK Government or contractual security obligations.

Position Objective

• Visually inspect status indicators (LEDs) on Customer Equipment and report status to Customer
• Perform a power-cycle of an item of Customer Equipment pursuant to the detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request
• Perform a visual inspection of power and cabling connectivity
• Inspect all cabling for proper seating pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request
• Test cable paths for conformance with performance standards pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request
• Connect a Crash Cart (KVM) to assist diagnosis of failed reboots or power cycles pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request
• Mount media in identified drives as part of system builds or diagnosis pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request
• Activate hardware controls pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request; and Replace hot-swappable components pursuant to detailed, written instructions provided by Customer in the Intervention Request

Functional Expertise

• Basic understanding of IT operations in a large organisation
• Strong loyalty with regard to data and DC facility security
• Fluency in the local language (speaking, reading and writing)
• Fluency in English (speaking, reading and writing)
• Ability to work precisely and quality oriented
• Flexibility and willingness to cope with unexpected problems and situations.
• A general technical orientation
• Competent and professional communication with a commercial attitude over the phone
• Capacity to understand and clarify customer expectations effectively
• Capacity to manage customer expectations and interactions effectively
• Basic understanding of server HW (console, devices )
• Ability to handle various types of media, devices and libraries
• Generic media knowledge (will provide training for specific or customer specific equipment)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office environment and general PC hardware
• Basic understanding of Networking Preferred
• Data centre operations experience
• Familiarity with structures and processes
• Professional certification in a relative field
• A professional degree in a technical discipline

Please Note To satisfy our contractual obligations with clients, the candidate will be required to pass standard Criminal Records checks. Additional background checks may be required by certain customers. You will also be required to agree to DXC’s Confidentiality, Non-Solicitation, and Conflict of Interest Agreements.

DXC Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, colour, religious creed, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age (40 or over), or genetic information. DXC's commitment to diversity and inclusive selection practices includes ensuring qualified long-term unemployed job seekers receive equal consideration for employment.

Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations - helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world's most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com.