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Are you a problem-solving wizard with an insatiable hunger for innovation and technology? Have you dreamt of immersing yourself in the fascinating world of data centres but never had the chance? Well, here's your golden ticket!
Fasthosts has been designing new ways to give customers everything they need to manage and control their online space for over 25 years, and we’ve become one of the leading internet technology businesses in the UK.
We're leading the way in eco-friendly data centres powered by renewable energy. We provide reliable, secure, and energy-efficient infrastructure for businesses worldwide. Hosting one of the most advanced cloud platforms in Europe we want to bring in an additional Data Centre Technician to ensure it all runs smoothly and we continue to provide our customers with the high-quality service they have come to expect.
The role
As a Data Centre Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimising the performance of our data centre infrastructure.
Your responsibilities will include performing hardware maintenance, monitoring the data centre's infrastructure, assisting with cable management, ensuring security and safety protocols, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining accurate documentation. You will also troubleshoot hardware issues via a ticketing system, and work with the networking infrastructure.
Please note
- SHIFTS: the role requires you to work shifts - rotating 8 hour shifts between 6am to Midnight, including an on-call rota for nights and weekends.
- TRAVEL: travel to other locations may be required, so a valid UK driving licence is a must.
- TRAINING: The job holder will need to be First Aid trained (Training provided).
While we aim to make reasonable adjustments at all times, you will need to be able and willing to bend, lift, stretch and reach to perform the core tasks/deliverables of the job.
About you
If you have experience in a data centre environment already that would be fab, but we believe that talent knows no boundaries. If you possess a solid understanding of server and network systems, as well as hardware replacement, then you are already halfway there!
All we ask is you bring the core behaviours we need you to demonstrate for success in this job…
- IT literate with excellent written and communication skills - familiarity with Hardware maintenance, Networking or Server systems advantageous
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Self-motivated with the desire to succeed
Anything else to know
It’s as much about you as it is about us. We welcome anyone who pushes themselves and wants to be challenged every day. We value what each person brings to the table, from amazing ideas to great work attitudes. That’s why it’s only fair that we give as much as we receive. We offer loads of benefits to support your health (both physical and mental) and your work/life balance. We also encourage personal and professional growth with tailored development plans.
You bring your talent, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn, and we’ll provide the opportunities and challenges to help you grow. We’re here to support you as you plan your career and develop your skills.
At Fasthosts, you have the flexibility to create a career path that suits your talents and interests. Our diverse product portfolio, international presence, and dynamic markets offer plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefits include
- 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private healthcare and Life assurance
- Employee assistance programmes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
And of course the fun stuff! When you spend so much time with your colleagues we want to make sure you have the benefit of social events, summer and Christmas parties, fitness groups, running teams, and many more.
Interested
Like the sound of working at Fasthosts? We don’t blame you, we think it’s pretty great too! Send us your application and if we think you might fit the bill a member of our recruitment team will be in touch for an initial call to talk about what to expect next.
We can’t wait to hear from you!
