Data Centre Lead for AI GPU & High-Density Install

Auxo Talent; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-month contract

Potential longer contract in Australia

AI infrastructure programme

Site leadership role

Job summary

Auxo Talent in Auckland is seeking an experienced Data Centre Installation Foreman for a 4-month contract on a major AI infrastructure programme, leading installation teams on the data centre floor and coordinating rack deployment, power, cooling, and cabling.

You will bring practical site leadership, strong problem-solving, and collaboration with engineering and facilities teams from planning through handover, with opportunities for extension in Australia.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising data centre installation or fit-out teams is essential.
• Strong knowledge of rack elevations, cabling diagrams and installation specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians and subcontractors, organise daily work and coordinate safety briefings, site access and deliveries.
• Check site readiness (power, cooling, space, access) so installation teams can start work.
• Oversee rack positioning, server and network equipment installation, cabling and labelling per drawings.
• Coordinate power, cooling, grounding and connectivity with engineering and facilities teams.
• Track progress, ensure installation quality, resolve site issues with technical teams.
• Support initial power-up, testing and commissioning.
• Maintain installation records and as-built documentation through to handover.

Skills

Data centre supervision

Rack-and-stack knowledge

Structured cabling

Project coordination

Site safety

Job description

Auxo Talent in Auckland is seeking an experienced Data Centre Installation Foreman for a 4-month contract on a major AI infrastructure programme, leading installation teams on the data centre floor and coordinating rack deployment, power, cooling, and cabling.

You will bring practical site leadership, strong problem-solving, and collaboration with engineering and facilities teams from planning through handover, with opportunities for extension in Australia.