Data Center Technician

CBRE Group, Inc.; Diemen; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus shiftAllowance

Pension scheme

Ongoing training & cert opportunities

Clear career progression

Travel allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee support programs

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Technician to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs in a mission-critical data center environment. You will monitor BMS, DCIM, and EPMS, conduct routine inspections, operate UPS/PDUs/gensets and cooling systems, and support planned maintenance activities.

Requirements include a technical qualification and at least 2 years in a similar role, with strong English communication and willingness to work rotating shifts, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification (MBO Level 3/4 or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a technical operations role within a critical environment.
• Sound understanding of electrical distribution systems, HVAC and cooling principles.
• Ability to interpret single-line electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings.
• Calm, systematic approach to troubleshooting and incident response.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor BMS, DCIM and EPMS alarms and respond within service levels.
• Conduct routine inspections of data halls, plant rooms, generator areas and fuel systems.
• Operate and support UPS, PDUs, diesel gensets, chillers and CRAHs.
• Perform first-line fault diagnosis and escalate to specialists when needed.
• Raise, update and close incidents and work orders in the maintenance system.
• Manage contractor access, inductions and permits to work.
• Support planned maintenance, switching operations and failovers.
• Provide remote hands support including rack installations and cabling.
• Deliver clear handovers at shift changes.
• Adhere to safety, security and environmental procedures; report hazards.

Skills

Electrical systems

HVAC knowledge

P&ID interpretation

Incident management

English communication

Shift work

Education

MBO Level 3/4 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BMS

DCIM

EPMS

CMMS software

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation.

This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.

What You'll Do

As a Data Center Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and performance of a mission-critical facility. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring the Building Management System (BMS), Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) platform, and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS), responding to alarms within agreed service levels.
• Conducting routine inspections of data halls, plant rooms, generator areas, and fuel systems, recording readings and identifying any deviations.
• Operating, monitoring, and supporting critical infrastructure, including:
  • Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
  • Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
  • Diesel generators
  • Chillers and cooling systems
  • Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs)
  • Fire detection and suppression systems
• Performing first-line fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance, escalating issues to specialist contractors when required.
• Raising, updating, and closing incidents, work orders, and change requests within the maintenance management system, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date.
• Managing contractor access and activity by verifying inductions, issuing permits to work, and supervising work in technical areas.
• Supporting planned maintenance activities, including switching operations, system isolations, and failover testing in accordance with approved procedures.
• Providing remote hands support for clients, including rack installations, equipment moves, and structured cabling activities.
• Delivering clear and comprehensive handovers at each shift change.
• Adhering to all site safety, security, and environmental procedures while reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Technical qualification (MBO Level 3/4 or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a technical operations role within a critical environment such as a data center, hospital, telecommunications facility, or industrial plant.
• Sound understanding of electrical distribution systems, HVAC, and cooling principles.
• Ability to interpret single-line electrical diagrams and P&ID drawings.
• A calm, systematic approach to troubleshooting and incident response.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• NEN 3140 certification (VOP or VP), or willingness to obtain.
• VCA Basic or VCA-VOL certification.
• Experience working with generators, UPS systems, and BMS/DCIM platforms.
• Knowledge of permit-to-work and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute standards, ISO 27001, and ITIL-based service management practices.
• F-Gas certification.

How You Work

Our values guide everything we do:

Respect
You build positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and clients, treating everyone as valued partners.

Integrity
You follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and take ownership by speaking up when something isn't right.

Service
You understand the importance of uptime and consistently deliver exceptional support to our clients.

Excellence
You demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, leaving systems safer, stronger, and more reliable than you found them.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance.
• Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Clear career progression toward Senior Technician and Shift Lead positions.
• The opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art, mission-critical data center environment.
• Additional benefits including travel allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and employee support programs.

Working Conditions

This role involves standing and walking for extended periods, working in plant rooms and technical environments, working at height when required, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Participation in agreed on-call or emergency response activities may be required.

Employment is subject to background verification and security screening.

CBRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.