Data Centre Critical Facility Engineer – Onsite, 12h

RECRUITERS; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUITERS in Dublin 15 is seeking an experienced Critical Facility Engineer to join a large-scale data centre operations team. The role is hands-on, multidisciplinary, covering electrical, mechanical, HVAC and controls systems, with extensive training across multiple critical facilities.

You will monitor and maintain critical systems, respond to alarms, coordinate with vendors, and ensure uptime, safety and compliance while working a rotating 12-hour shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ hands‑on experience in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or controls.
• Experience in a critical/continuous operational environment (data centre, hospital, pharma, etc.).
• Knowledge of LOTO/permit-to-work and switching procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting across multiple technical disciplines.
• Experience with BMS/EPMS/SCADA or CMMS/EAM is advantageous.
• Willingness to work rotating 12‑hour shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain and troubleshoot critical electrical, mechanical, HVAC and controls systems across data centre facilities.
• Monitor BMS/EPMS and respond to alarms, faults and facility emergencies.
• Complete planned and corrective maintenance using CMMS/EAM systems.
• Carry out regular equipment and safety inspections and address unsafe conditions.
• Supervise vendors and contractors during maintenance activities, including LOTO/COHE procedures.
• Support troubleshooting, upgrades, commissioning, capacity changes and continuous improvement.
• Work with shift teams to maintain uptime, safety and compliance.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HVAC

Controls

Troubleshooting

Multidisciplinary

Rotating shifts

Tools

BMS

CMMS/EAM

SCADA

EPMS

Job description

RECRUITERS in Dublin 15 is seeking an experienced Critical Facility Engineer to join a large-scale data centre operations team. The role is hands-on, multidisciplinary, covering electrical, mechanical, HVAC and controls systems, with extensive training across multiple critical facilities.

You will monitor and maintain critical systems, respond to alarms, coordinate with vendors, and ensure uptime, safety and compliance while working a rotating 12-hour shift pattern.