Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer (Electrical)

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Job Summary: 

At Equinix our Critical Facilities Engineers operate, manage, maintain and repair critical and non-critical Power systems, HVAC, plumbing, fire control and suppression, and all site services, and performs all related vendor support in a mission critical environment.  

This fast-paced role supports the overall functioning of the Data Center by focusing on maintaining and improving the facility’s critical infrastructure. This includes all regularly scheduled maintenance and ad hoc repairs/troubleshooting. 

Based predominantly out of PE3 at Shenton Park and with a shared on-call roster the role will suit an experienced and qualified electrical tradesperson or electrical engineering degree holder to join the team.

Mission critical, commercial, or industrial experience is preferred particularly within a hands-on service role, and the position will encompass project, commissioning, and varied tasks onsite. We have a diverse team from different engineering backgrounds who work across streams (electrical/mechanical/controls) in a collaborative atmosphere, so teamwork and a positive attitude a are a must.

Key responsibilities: 

·       Completes all maintenance protocols, plans, activities on time and accurately, including daily, weekly and monthly site checks 

·       Manage and oversee specialist vendors for all major works, planned repairs and maintenance to mechanical, electrical and special systems 

·       Performs minor changes to mechanical, electrical and special systems if necessary   

·       Ensures that sufficient spare parts are available on site for frequently used parts or parts with long lead times and maintains critical spares register  

·       Monitors for and responds to BMS (Building Monitoring System) alarms in accordance with engineering policies and procedures, escalating to and working with Controls Engineering team where required.  

·       Oversee plumbing and fire suppression systems vendor activities 

·       Coordinates/oversee work with vendors to ensure that maintenance activities are carried out as per Equinix's requirements  

·       Commissioning and project work that will vary in scale and scope over time 

·       Edits and tracks the work approval process for service providers (including briefing at the start of work, control of work during the day, final review of the work carried out)  

·       Recommend changes/updates to technical files for plants and equipment in cooperation with vendor, and the supervisors, ensuring as built are up to date 

·       Creates engineering scripts (switching schedules)  

·       Ensures that all Equinix safety standards are followed, as well quality procedures related to maintenance, including all Incident Management 

·       Reviews processes, procedures, systems. Communicates process deviations and proposed changes to a higher level so that relevant follow-up measures can be carried out  

·       Develops training and supports training of other IBX (International Business Exchange) employees in relevant engineering topics and processes 

·       Provides guidance and mentoring to junior engineers within the team 

Qualifications, key skills and attributes required:  

·       Understanding through practical experience of critical facility operations, with a focus on electrical (UPS, HV) 

·       Electrical Trade or Degree Certified  

·       Sound knowledge or understanding of HVAC and Controls 

·       Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical and electrical systems. 

·       Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in time-sensitive situations. 

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 

·       Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively. 

·       Be capable of acquiring or already holding HV operators’ qualification and NV1 Security Clearance 

·       Collaborative mindset but also with the drive to complete assigned tasks autonomously when required 

Benefits of the role:  

·       Monday-Friday role based at a static site with evenly split on-call roster

·       Salary package containing company shares, annual bonus, healthcare allowance or BUPA private health care 

·       Career development opportunities and access to Equinix Global Ops Academy, whilst working in a collaborative and flat structured environment

·       Access to wide range of company wellness, financial and employee benefits