Data Center Field Maintenance Technician

Future Africa Consulting (Pty)Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Data Center Infrastructure Manager to oversee operations and maintenance. This role involves managing a dedicated team, ensuring the reliability of critical systems like HVAC, Generators, and UPS. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience and a strong educational background in electrical or mechanical engineering. You'll be responsible for daily inspections, emergency response, and the continuous training of team members. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and efficiency in its operations, and make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data center infrastructure management with a focus on operations.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and valid trade test required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inspections and maintenance of HVAC, Generator, UPS, and Electrical systems.
• Manage a 24-hour operation and maintenance team to ensure readiness.

Skills

Data Center Infrastructure Management

Troubleshooting and Repair Skills

Safety Assessment

Team Management

Emergency Response Procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

N2-N4 in Mechanical Engineering

Valid Trade Test

Tools

HVAC Systems

Generators

UPS Systems

Electrical Maintenance Tools

Job description

• More than 5 years of experience in data center infrastructure construction or operation and maintenance management, and those who have managed a 24-hour operation and maintenance team of more than 30 people are preferred;
• Familiar with the operation and maintenance of data center infrastructure, and have the ability to adjust, repair, troubleshoot and modify the room system. Safety assessment and review capabilities of the transformation plan;
• Be familiar with 2 or 3 domains in Generator / HVAC / UPS / General Electrical maintenance or deployment.

Duties

• Responsible for the daily maintenance/inspection on HVAC, Generator, UPS, and Electrical based on checklist and operation guide.
• 24 Hours standby in case there is an emergency issue happening in the data center.
• Attend fault handling and be able to operate data center facility according to Emergency Procedure.
• Responsible for the reporting and tracking of major events, and responsible for the organization, review, and implementation of major changes;
• Be familiar with and master the current status of all power guarantee facilities at the project site and the power requirements of each computer room;
• Responsible for managing the infrastructure operation and maintenance team, continuously training and assessing, and ensuring that team members meet the job competency requirements;

Education and Required Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or above, graduated from electricity, HVAC, automation and other related majors;
• N2-N4 / Equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Diesel Generators accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the SAQC.
• Valid and Recognized Trade test accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa.