Data Centre Operations Technician (Critical Systems)

Teraco; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Teraco is seeking a Data Centre Manager to oversee the operation of our Johannesburg facilities, ensuring SLAs and MSAs are achieved and that the data centre runs at optimal uptime.

The role focuses on managing building services, coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance, and ensuring health and safety compliance across all systems. Travel and extended hours may be required to meet client and uptime targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre facilities operations and uptime targets.
• Ability to manage multiple maintenance activities and vendors.
• Knowledge of safety, health and environmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain SLA/MSA compliance and align with policies.
• Oversee data centre infrastructure to achieve uptime targets (electrical 99.999%, mechanical 99.99%).
• Coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance of building systems.
• Manage contractors and oversee new installations.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and audits.
• Record daily activities, equipment status and operating parameters.
• Be proactive, take initiative, work extended hours and willing to travel.

Skills

Data Centre Management

SLA Compliance

Maintenance Coordination

HSE Monitoring

Tools

Building Management System (BMS)

Job description

Teraco is seeking a Data Centre Manager to oversee the operation of our Johannesburg facilities, ensuring SLAs and MSAs are achieved and that the data centre runs at optimal uptime.

The role focuses on managing building services, coordinating preventative and reactive maintenance, and ensuring health and safety compliance across all systems. Travel and extended hours may be required to meet client and uptime targets.