Data Center Engineer

Role: Data Centre Engineer

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Salary: £34,000–£42,000 (inc shift bonus)

Employment Type: Permenant / Full Time

Working Pattern: 24/7 continental shift pattern

TGS International Group is currently recruiting for an experienced Data Centre Support Engineer to join a leading technology and infrastructure services organisation, supporting a critical data centre environment in Slough.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an engineer with previous data centre experience who is comfortable working across hardware deployment, structured cabling, infrastructure support and fault resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out IMACD activities, including installations, moves, upgrades, refreshes and decommissioning
• Rack, stack and decommission servers, network equipment and associated infrastructure
• Install, label, trace and recover copper and fibre structured cabling
• Provide first-line hardware and infrastructure support, including diagnostics and component replacement
• Assist with incident and change management in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain accurate records across ticketing, asset management and work order systems
• Conduct technology space inspections and maintain high standards of housekeeping
• Escort and supervise third-party contractors and client personnel within secure areas
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety, security and operational requirements
• Participate in shift handovers and provide 24/7 rota coverage, including nights and weekends where required

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working within a data centre environment
• Experience with IMACD and hardware deployment
• Knowledge of structured cabling, including copper and fibre
• Familiarity with ticketing and asset management systems
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established processes
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work a 24/7 shift pattern, including nights and weekends
• Competent with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook

Desirable Experience

• CompTIA A+, Network+ or equivalent IT certification
• Experience working within enterprise or financial services environments
• BICSI or other relevant data centre and structured cabling qualifications