Data Centre & Field Operations Engineer

Sky UK, City of Westminster

Data Centre & Field Operations Engineer

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Sky UK, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 17 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: c67fabc6077d48e692b1da8d5e160d2d

Full Job Description

Sky's M25 Data Centre s/Osterley /Woking - currently have a vacancy for a Field & Datacentre Operations Engineer to join our Data Centre & Network Field Ops department working within (but not restricted to) our M25 Data Centre's located at Hemel Hempstead and Slough plus within our headquarters at the Osterley Campus and our Woking data c entre . The role will follow a 37.5 hours a week shift pattern, comprising 3 weeks of days, 1 week of nights and a 24/7 on call week.

  • Please note this role requires a full UK driving licence
  • What you'll do
  • You will be part of a Team responsible for the physical Implementation and First Line Maintenance on Sky's core IP, Transmission networks and Broadcast networks which supports Sky products including: Broadband, Talk, Mobile, Corporate, Broadcast and Wholesale services.
  • The role will cover the day to day operations and maintenance within the Sky POP and Datacentre environments ensuring all support functions are performed to Sky's exemplary standards.
  • You will also be responsible for the physical implementation and preventative maintenance within the Sky LLU and Data Centre Estate.
  • Be responsible for the restoration of network faults across the Sky network meeting defined SLA s.

    Interested in joining a highly skilled, highly motivated & Dynamic team? If you like a fast-paced high octane work life, then this is the Role for you!, Proven experience within the Telecom / ISP industry
  • Demonstrate experience in Datacentre operational environments
  • Technical knowledge and experience of network installation practices and procedures for various network vendors such as Cisco, Arista and Nokia
  • Good knowledge and understanding of industry standard fibre optic specification.
  • Experience in the installation of copper (Cat5e, Cat6) and fibre optic structured data cabling is essential.
  • Good knowledge and understanding of undertaking Audits and Record Management.
  • Can work both within a team and on your own effectively.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

    Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate., Within our M25 D ata C entres (Hemel Hempstead & Slough ) plus on our Osterley Campus and our Woking Data Centre , lastly assisting within our other regional sites should the requirement arise.
  • We'd love to hear from you Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next. But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

    There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster:
  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
  • The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
  • A generous pension package
  • Private healthcare
  • Discounted mobile and broadband
  • A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences