GlobalConnect

Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer

GlobalConnect  •  Taastrup, DK / Copenhagen, DK (Hybrid)  •  24 days ago
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Job Description

Location

Taastrup, Hørskætten

Hybrid = +3 days a week in the office

Are you an expert in ensuring uptime and high quality in a Data Center, or would you like to become one? Then here is a unique opportunity to oversee the operation and maintenance of multiple data centers!

If you have the following, this job is for you:


  • Technical education: It can be as a marine engineer, electrician, refrigeration technician, energy technologist, automation technologist or similar

  • Relevant experience with Critical Facilities: e.g., Electrical, mechanical, generators, automation, HVAC, buildings automation etc.

  • Practical experience with troubleshooting and servicing technical installations

  • Experience from operations in a technical environment - preferably data centers

  • Meeting customer and government security screening requirements are required for this role

About the role and the team

GlobalConnect operates 11 data centers in Denmark and even more in the other countries where GlobalConnect is present. In addition to the ongoing operation and maintenance of our existing Data centers, there are also large expansions in the pipeline. As our new Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer, you will be part of the Site Operations department with over 45 skilled team members, with colleagues in Norway, Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Germany and with employees from many nationalities, enabling you to work in a multinational environment.

Site Operations Denmark is a workplace with focus on a good working environment. We focus on professional and personal well-being and emphasize good working relationships. Through your work as a Critical Facilities, you will have the chance to engage with every facet of managing a data center. You will experience flexibility in relation to your everyday life and a large degree of freedom under responsibility. You can also expect that most days you will be met with exciting projects and tasks that ensures no workdays are the same.

Moreover, you will have an important role being an essential part of the rotational 24x7 on-call system, also having the requirement to work overtime, reflecting the continuous nature of data center operations as a Data Center never sleeps. Based on these requirements, it would therefore also be beneficial if you are able to reach our Taastrup site within approx. 45 minutes.

Key Responsibilities and what you will do during a typical week:


  • Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform rounds and inspections to conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on critical systems. Inspect and test important equipment such as backup generators, cooling systems, UPS batteries, and electrical panels to ensure optimal performance and early detection of faults.

  • Physical Monitoring & Inspections: Carry out daily inspections on infrastructure components to assess technical performance, environmental conditions, and compliance with safety and operational standards.

  • Incident & Emergency Response: Monitor and respond rapidly to system alerts, alarms, and emergencies.

  • Complex Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and assist with repairing of complex issues across electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Apply systematic problem-solving techniques and escalate when needed.

  • Change Management: Support the execution and documentation of system changes, following established Change Management protocols to minimize operational risk.

  • Vendor Supervision: Coordinate and supervise external vendors to ensure adherence to operational procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards during maintenance or installation work.

Who we are looking for

You are a dedicated professional with a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety in Mission critical environments. With a blend of technical knowledge and hands-on experience, you are skilled at handling complex systems and processes and thrive in roles where critical infrastructure demands unwavering attention. You are detail-oriented, quick to respond to emergencies, and focused on developing and adhering to robust procedures. Your adaptability and communication skills enable you to work effectively with team members, vendors, and contractors alike.

Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you

Recruitment & interview process steps


  1. Talent Acquisition Screen

  2. Hiring Manager interview

  3. Personality and ability tests feedback and discussion with Talent Acquisition

  4. Case interview with Hiring Manager and peer/stakeholder

  5. Final alignment meeting

  6. References

Are you ready to embrace the challenges of a role that never sleeps, where every day brings exciting projects and tasks? If you're excited about data center operations and eager to make a significant contribution, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We evaluate and invite potential candidates for interviews on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you!

No need for a personal letter – just send us your CV or LinkedIn profile.

Join us and be part of the transformation in the most exciting company within critical digital infrastructure in Northern Europe! Apply today!

GlobalConnect

About GlobalConnect

GlobalConnect is one of the leading digital infrastructure and data communication providers in Northern Europe. The Group delivers Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) offerings to private households and end-to-end connectivity solutions to enterprises across its infrastructure, consisting of 155, 000 kilometers fiber network and 35,000 sqm data center space in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany and Finland. GlobalConnect employs approximately 1,800 people, has 30,000 B2B customers and connects more than 700,000 private households with a high-capacity fiber-based broadband.

GlobalConnect is the result of 2019 and 2020 mergers between Broadnet, GlobalConnect and IP-Only.

Industry
Telecommunications
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Stockholm, SE
Year Founded
Unknown
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