Shift Engineer, Data Centres

To provide on-site support for the provision and maintenance of ICT and Engineering services within the data centre environment. These activities typically include the provision and fault diagnostic / rectification of network channel connectivity, installation, relocation & decommissioning of IT equipment (servers, switches, routers etc) and general engineering maintenance & housekeeping of the critical services.,

• To receive, respond and resolve Break / Fix tickets within the agreed SLA timeframe or escalate promptly if they cannot be resolved within an acceptable timely manner.


• To receive, assess and complete patching / de-patching requests (both copper and fibre) within the agreed SLA timeframe and to applicable internal, manufacture and industry standards.


• To receive, assess and complete IT equipment installation, relocation and decommission requests within the agreed SLA timeframes and to applicable internal, manufacture and industry standards.


• Ensure all deployments are installed to applicable internal, manufacture and industry standards.


• Provide remote hands problem solving support (server reboots, backups, visual inspections etc).


• Assist in carrying out basic M&E assistance within the Data Centre on agreement with the Data Centre Site Lead or ICT Team Lead


• To escort third party engineers and ensure their compliance with the site standards.


• Carry out daily housekeeping checks of the data halls and record their findings.


• Ensure that all records are updated following any changes made.


• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to always ensure safe working practices.


• To develop a good working relationship with all members of JLL staff and Client representatives.


• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment. To include the wearing of uniform and PPE.


• To operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with JLL Quality, Health & Safety procedures, and client requirements.


• Ensure up to date shift logs / Shift Handover documents are always completed/kept up to date.


• Overseeing and monitoring of sub-contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking preapproved maintenance.


• To provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible in their working patterns to maintain SLA's and site coverage.


• Undertake other tasks as defined and requested by local management. 2 Accountabilities


• Accountable to the JLL ICT Team Lead


• The post holder does not have any directly reporting staff.


• This post carries no direct budgetary responsibility.


• Provide fleetwide support as required covering the VIRTUS campus (Slough, Hayes & Stockley Park) Qualification and Skills
  
  A good basic education is essential, with good written and spoken English and basic mathematical skills.


• Training (accredited desired) in the installation of copper and fibre structured cabling systems.


• Knowledge of copper and fibre transmission principles.


• Knowledge in the use of handheld data cabling test equipment including testing parameters and testing techniques.


• Good communication skills, both written and verbal


• Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.


• Self-motivated, ability to work on own initiative.


• Punctual and reliable.


• Ability to work under pressure, with changing, and often conflicting, priorities to meet deadlines.


• A team player, able to work with both JLL and client stakeholders at all levels. Able to make informed decisions as required and working to defined Service Management processes.


• Physically fit and able to carry tools and components by hand.


• Able to ascend and descend vertical access equipment and able to work at heights. Experience


• Installation and maintenance of copper and fibre structured cabling systems. A good knowledge of IT equipment and their components including server, switch and blade technology.


• An understanding of the Data Centre environment, and the working restrictions applicable to such environments.


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.


• A good understanding of fault diagnostic techniques including the use of handheld test equipment.


Desirable

• Two years of IT deployment/support experience.


• Previous data center experience.


• Previous experience of using ServiceNow and Maximo o CDCTP certification


Role Requirements

• Must be willing to works shifts, provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible in their working patterns.


• Must be willing to travel to support operational delivery.


• Must hold a full UK driving license and able to use company vehicle (where available) to travel between sites.


• Own a vehicle in the event the company vehicle is not available.
  
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