Data Centre Engineer

Company: HAMILTON ROWE RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD
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Location: Swindon
Job Description:

Data Centre Engineer

Swindon

£38,000 – £45,000

Our client is looking for an experienced Data Centre engineer to work on a shift basis (4on 4off Days & Nights) to specialise in activities such as cross connects, localised patching, racking and decommissioning.

Please note, you must have experience working within a Data Centre environment to be considered for this role.

Job Duties

  • Provide support for both pre-scheduled and reactive operational workflows at the Swindon Data Centre or, as pre-arranged, at other locations.
  • Plan and optimize the efficient use of Data Centre space and cabinet utilization in accordance with Vodafone Hosting Data Centre Standards.
  • Prepare quotations in alignment with defined standards and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs).
  • Mount servers, storage, and network equipment in cabinets, adhering to current Data Centre standards.
  • Install Data Centre cabling for managed solutions and internal networks, following design documentation and utilizing current copper, fibre, and patch paneling standards.
  • Deliver pre- and post-sales support to relevant support specialists, Account Managers, and Service Managers.
  • Manage Remedy/ServiceNow tickets, ensuring actions are completed within agreed internal OLAs or Customer Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Support governance activities by addressing any non-compliance issues and managing them to resolution.
  • Investigate incidents and faults, identify root causes, and implement appropriate remedies.
  • Prepare accurate and timely reports as required.
  • Ensure corrective and repair work complies with current regulations.

Key Requirements

  • Experience working in an operational Data Centre environment, including rack elevation design and handling server, storage, and network hardware.
  • Skilled in the installation of network cross-connects and cabinet patching using copper and fibre cabling.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving faults in live customer hosting solutions.
  • Strong understanding of the mechanical and electrical configurations within a Data Centre.

Salary & Benefits

  • £38,000 – £45,000
  • Working on a 4on 4off shift (7am – 7pm & 7pm – 7am)
  • 23 days annual leave entitlement
  • Company pension
  • Internal progression
  • Additional training

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Posted: October 24th, 2026