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Data Centre Chief Engineer (CE) is responsible for ensuring that all electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety equipment within the data centre is operating at peak efficiency. This involves planned preventative maintenance of equipment, daily corrective work, and emergency response. The CE serves as an expert technical resource interacting with onsite Engineering Operations Technicians (EOT) and any third party vendors. They are expected to be a singular focal point for all facility operations within a given data centre and to support AWS.
Key job responsibilities- Establish performance benchmarks, conduct analyses, and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance
- Responsible for the on-site management of shift technicians, senior shift technicians, sub-contractors and vendors
- Oversee operation and management of routine and emergency services on a variety of critical systems such as: switchgear, generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment, chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, building monitoring systems, etc.
- Data Centre capacity planning and reporting
- May assist in the design and build out of new facilities
- Responsible for asset and inventory management
- Respond to out of hour’s emergency calls – second level escalation point for Data Centre facilities related issues / failures.A day in the life
A day in the life
Working semi-autonomously in operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in a data center
Execution of project scopes of basic complexity
Providing timely escalation for all facilities-related issues within the data center
First-line troubleshooting and reporting of facility and high-criticality events within a pre-determined service level agreement (SLA)
Providing assistance to junior and peer EOTs
Oversight of third-party vendors to ensure that all work performed is in accordance with established safety protocols, best practices, and local legislation
Utilization of administrative tools for change management, ticketing, and asset management.
Flexibility for changes to work schedule depending on specific site needs. Shifts can be up to 12-hours and may rotate on a predefined schedule.About the teamYou’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.Diverse Experiences
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why AWS?Mentorship & Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life Balance
- 5+ years of Data Centre Engineering/Operations Experience working on Data Centre Infrastructure; UPS/Generators/Chillers.
- Degree qualification in an applicable engineering discipline (or currently enrolled in one) and NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- High/Low Voltage Authorised Person (AP) experience
- High/Low Voltage Authorised Person (AP) experience
- 6+ years of Data Centre Engineering/Operations Experience
- Fundamental knowledge of network design and layout as well as low voltage (copper/ fibre) cabling
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