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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and motivated Lead Critical Facilities Engineer to join our team.

As a Lead Critical Facilities Engineer, you will be the custodian of engineering assets on site.

This role will focus on advancing new concepts and techniques while consistently working on complex assignments that demand independent action.

You will be carrying out timeous and quality planned, preventative and emergency maintenance on all specified equipment to give effect to the business maintenance strategy and client service standards.

The ideal candidate will possess practical knowledge of working on air breakers, UPS, Chillers, Generators and PLCs and will have 5yrs relevant experience in the Data Centre (Maintenance) field

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that all assets receive the necessary life cycle and enhancement services.

Ensure that assets are controlled, operated and to the necessary operational specifications.

Ensure that all engineering services are always efficiently, effectively maintained, and controlled according to the Client’s specifications as stated in the applicable agreements.

Ensure optimal operation of Data Centre infrastructure services by implementing maintenance and operational standards to comply with the service standards specified.

Manage and implement innovation and other initiatives to improve availability, reliability, and asset life cycle.

Ensures high reliability and availability of the data centre and related equipment

Conducts highly skilled preventative and corrective maintenance on-site for critical facility systems.

Performs/Oversee advanced maintenance repairs, corrective maintenance, and complex installations.

Resolves advanced incidents and develops new procedures and techniques to assist the team.

Monitors the Building Monitoring System (BMS) and addresses alarms for complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative.

Provides recommendations for new procedures to the management team.

Leads and coordinates critical facility operations.

Implements energy efficiency measures and identifies areas of improvement.

Qualifications:

Education: ND Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or N6 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with Trade Test

Experience: 5yrs relevant experience in the Data Centre (Maintenance) field

Certification: Professional Technician (ECSA) (added advantage); Wireman’s License (added advantage)

Knowledge: Practical knowledge of working on air breakers, UPS, Chillers, Generators and PLCs

Skills: Excellent teamwork and communication skills. Ability to work proactively in a fast-paced environment.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

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