Data Centre Specialist

K2 STRATEGIC; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 STRATEGIC is seeking a shift-based Maintenance Technician to perform preventative, corrective, and emergency electrical and mechanical maintenance on data center critical equipment. The role requires safety consciousness and a detail-oriented approach to maintain uptime.

You will work within the Facilities Operations Centre, coordinate with management and contractors, and ensure compliance with SOPs and EOPs. A proactive mindset and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Shifts longer than eight hours.
• Flexible working patterns to meet business demands.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain critical equipment to ensure 100% uptime on site.
• Plan and execute planned and reactive work orders, meeting due dates.
• Assist in project changes and handover for facility improvements.
• Review equipment failures and prepare RCA and action plans.
• Follow SOPs, EOPs and risk assessments during activities.
• Develop site procedures for maintenance and operation of critical equipment.
• Assist in technical issues, project management and vendor reporting.
• Supervise third-party engineers and subcontractors for compliance.
• Monitor alarms in FOC, EPMS, BMS and Fire systems and respond promptly.

Skills

Long shifts

Flexible hours

MS Office Suite

Customer service

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/HVAC engineering qualification

Tools

BMS

EPMS

UPS systems

Generators

Cooling infrastructure

Job description

This is a shift work position, the purpose for this role is to perform preventative, corrective, and emergency mechanical and electrical maintenance work on the Data Center critical equipment while maintaining 100% uptime. The role requires a proactive, safety-conscious individual with strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to operate effectively within a shift-based environment.

Tasks And Responsibilities

• While acting as DCS you are responsible for ensuring the successful operation, maintenance and repair of all critical equipment systems while maintaining 100% uptime on site.
• Plan completion of planned & reactive work orders, assigned to you, to achieve and maintain 100% compliance every month i.e. all work orders completed on or before due date.
• Assist in the planning, supervision and handover of any project related changes or improvements within the facility. Ensure that the Facilities Operations Centre (FOC), FOC Library, Stores & Workshop are clean and tidy at all times. Carry out routine housekeeping check of your area and follow a clean as you go approach to your work.
• Work closely with management and the wider operational team on the review of equipment failures and preparation of detailed root cause analysis and action plan reports.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) and Risk Assessments during all activities.
• Provide input into and develop site specific procedures associated with Maintenance and operation of critical equipment: SOP’s, EOP’s, Drills etc.
• Assist in technical issues, project management, vendor management and technical reporting on all critical equipment and computerised systems.
• Escort and supervise/monitor work of third-party engineers and sub-contractors to ensure their compliance with the site standards when performing maintenance or relevant activities.
• Operate equipment, monitor and respond to alarms and abnormal conditions in the FOC as required. Ensure that EPMS, BMS, and Fire System alarms are responded to with the highest priority by monitoring for alarms, and abnormal conditions through the Facilities Operations Centre (FOC), EPMS, BMS, and Fire Systems.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Work shifts longer than eight hours in duration.
• You must be flexible in your working patterns to support requirements dictated by the rhythm of the business & operational demands.
• Good working ability on Microsoft Office Products, in particular Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Qualification or certification in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Facilities, or Building Services Engineering.
• Previous experience in a data centre, facilities management, industrial, or critical environment is advantageous.
• Familiarity with BMS, EPMS, UPS systems, generators, or cooling infrastructure.
• Understanding of health & safety procedures and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience working with contractors and service vendors is beneficial.