Data Center Electrical/Mechanical Operations Technician

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AWS is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to join the Infrastructure Operations team in South Africa. The role focuses on hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation to maintain AWS global infrastructure.

You will work with UPS, switchgear, generators, HVAC, and related systems to ensure continuous service. You will help monitor safety, perform rounds, and supervise contractors during maintenance while collaborating with a diverse team of

Qualifications

• Knowledge of key electrical competencies and theory.
• Experience reading and writing procedures, technical documents, and engineering drawings.
• N6 Engineering qualification, National Diploma- Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Follow and maintain the highest safety standards and diligently encourage a world-class safety culture.
• Troubleshoot events within SLA’s and monitor mechanical/electrical equipment during rounds.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading procedures

Engineering drawings

Education

N6 Engineering qualification

National Diploma- Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical

Job description

AWS is seeking a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician to join the Infrastructure Operations team in South Africa. The role focuses on hands-on electrical and mechanical equipment troubleshooting and operation to maintain AWS global infrastructure.

You will work with UPS, switchgear, generators, HVAC, and related systems to ensure continuous service. You will help monitor safety, perform rounds, and supervise contractors during maintenance while collaborating with a diverse team of