datacenter engeineer

Datacentre Engineer

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (On-site)
Department: Logistics & Technology Services
Work Location: Hatfield

Pay Rate: £15.99 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Datacentre Engineer to join our Logistics & Technology Services team, supporting from our Hatfield Integration Centre.

This is a hands-on, on-site role focused on the customisation, deployment, and installation of enterprise server and networking equipment within high-performance datacentre environments. The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical and technical background, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently.

Working closely with operational, consultancy, and infrastructure teams, you will play a key role in delivering critical customer deployments to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Rack and stack servers, network switches, routers, and other enterprise hardware.
Install power and data cabling within server and networking racks.
Read and follow rack elevation diagrams and patching schedules/cut sheets.
Support remote network and systems administrators by carrying out on-site installation activities.
Install, route, and test fibre optic cabling.
Apply basic IP addressing under instruction.
Assist with the installation and configuration of UPS systems (desirable).
Work collaboratively with engineering, project management, and infrastructure teams to deliver projects on time.
Follow all health and safety procedures, industry standards, and environmental guidelines.
Ensure work is completed to agreed service levels (SLAs) and quality standards.
What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous hands-on experience working within a datacentre environment.
Good understanding of structured cabling solutions.
Experience installing and testing fibre optic cabling.
Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Comfortable performing physical, hands-on technical work.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and SLAs.
Desirable Skills

Experience working in high-performance computing (HPC) or hyperscale datacentres.
Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS), remote monitoring tools, or facility controls.
Experience installing or configuring UPS systems.
OSHA 10/30 certification or equivalent health and safety qualification (preferred but not essential).
What You'll Bring

A proactive approach to solving technical challenges.
Excellent communication skills.
A strong focus on customer satisfaction.
A commitment to safe working practices and delivering high-quality installations.
A willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced technical environment.
What We Offer

£15.99 per hour
Monday to Friday working pattern (08:00–16:00)
Opportunity to work with a leading technology organisation.
Supportive team environment.
Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale datacentre deployments.
If you're an experienced Datacentre Engineer looking to join a dynamic team delivering enterprise infrastructure solutions for a leading technology organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team where your technical expertise will make a real impact.

For more information please call Jay in our Letchworth office (phone number removed) or email

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