Data Centre Technician

Woking, England, United Kingdom

1/22/2025

Job Title: Contract Data Centre Technician


Location: Woking, Surrey (On-site, 5 days a week)

Contract: Day Rate - £180 (Outside IR35)

Duration: 3 Months (with possibility for extension)

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Data Centre Technician to support our consulting client’s operations at their data centre in Woking. This is a full-time, on-site role that requires a strong technical background in data centre infrastructure and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Hardware Installation & Maintenance:

• Install, configure, and decommission servers, network equipment, and storage devices.
• Perform rack mounting, cabling, and power management in accordance with standards.
  
  

Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

• Monitor data centre systems and respond promptly to hardware faults, network alerts, and incidents.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, connectivity, and power issues.
  
  

Infrastructure Management:

• Perform routine equipment checks to ensure optimal performance.
• Manage asset tracking and update inventory records.
  
  

Cabling & Connectivity:

• Patch network and power cables efficiently and securely.
• Maintain and troubleshoot structured cabling infrastructure.
  
  

Documentation:

• Update logs, reports, and operational documentation to reflect real-time changes and incidents.
• Ensure accurate recording of equipment details and configurations.
  
  

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to health and safety protocols while working in the data centre environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in line with operational standards.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise:

• Hands-on experience with server, network, and storage hardware installation and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with data centre environments, including power and cooling considerations.
  
  

Networking Knowledge:

• Understanding of basic networking concepts, including IP configurations, patching, and connectivity troubleshooting.
  
  

Problem-Solving:

• Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and connectivity issues independently.
  
  

Tools & Software:

• Comfortable using asset management tools and ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow).
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Experience with structured cabling standards and practices.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for data centre operations.
• Certifications in CompTIA Server+, Network+, or similar qualifications.
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Data Centre Technician to work on a variety of hardware and infrastructure tasks in a critical operational environment