Salary: £38,000 - 45,000 per year Requirements:

We require experience working in an operational Data Centre environment, including rack elevation design and handling server, storage, and network hardware.
We require skill in installing network cross-connects and cabinet patching using copper and fibre cabling.
We require proficiency in troubleshooting and resolving faults in live customer hosting solutions.
We require a strong understanding of Data Centre mechanical and electrical configurations.

Responsibilities:

We provide support for pre-scheduled and reactive operational workflows at our Swindon Data Centre and, when arranged in advance, at other locations.
We plan and optimize Data Centre space and cabinet utilization in line with Vodafone Hosting Data Centre Standards.
We prepare quotations in accordance with defined standards and Operational Level Agreements (OLAs).
We mount servers, storage, and network equipment in cabinets in line with current Data Centre standards.
We install cabling for managed solutions and internal networks, following design documentation and current copper, fibre, and patch paneling standards.
We provide pre- and post-sales support to support specialists, Account Managers, and Service Managers.
We manage Remedy/ServiceNow tickets and ensure actions are completed within agreed internal OLAs or customer Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
We support governance activities by addressing non-compliance issues and managing them through to resolution.
We investigate incidents and faults, identify root causes, and implement appropriate remedies.
We prepare accurate and timely reports as required.
We ensure corrective and repair work complies with current regulations.

Technologies:

Hardware
Support
Network
ServiceNow

More:

We are recruiting an experienced Data Centre Engineer for our Swindon location. The role specializes in cross-connects, localized patching, racking, and decommissioning. The salary is £38,000–£45,000. This is a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern covering days and nights: 7am–7pm and 7pm–7am. Benefits include 23 days of annual leave, a company pension, internal progression opportunities, and additional training.

last updated 44 week of 2026

Data Centre Engineer

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