Job: Data Centre Engineer in Government of Rotterdam, ZH

Job Description

We are recruiting an experienced Data Centre Engineer to join a major data centre development in The Netherlands. This is a long-term opportunity to work with a globally recognised engineering team delivering hyperscale infrastructure for one of Europe’s most advanced digital facilities.

You will play a vital role in the technical operation and support of critical infrastructure — including power, cooling, BMS, fire systems, and environmental controls — across a live or near-completion data centre environment.

Key Responsibilities

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  Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot MEP systems including UPS, LV/MV power, chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, generators, and fire suppression

  
  


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  Conduct routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and emergency response activities

  
  


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  Support handover, commissioning, and operational readiness of mechanical/electrical systems

  
  


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  Interface with commissioning teams, subcontractors, and client engineers

  
  


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  Maintain logs, reports, and incident records in line with site protocols

  
  


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  Follow strict HSE procedures and escalation protocols for fault handling and service continuity

  
  

Candidate Profile

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  5+ years’ experience as a Data Centre Engineer, MEP Technician, or Facilities Engineer

  
  


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  Strong technical understanding of critical systems: power, cooling, controls

  
  


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  Experience in data centres, hospitals, clean rooms, or critical infrastructure preferred

  
  


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  Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and commissioning documents

  
  


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  Excellent fault-finding and communication skills

  
  


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  Fluent in English (Dutch is a bonus)

  
  


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  EU work rights or valid work permit for The Netherlands required

  
  

If you feel you have the right experience, please feel free to apply