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Data Centre Support Engineer (Hand & Eyes)

£35,000 - 75,000
DXC
Clarence Passage, Preston
£35,000 - 75,000
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Company Size
5k+
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Company Type
Services
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Exp Level
Regular
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Job Type
Full-Time
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Basic understanding of IT operations in large organizations. - General technical aptitude with interest in hardware and data-centre environments. - Basic knowledge of server hardware and peripherals. - Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, MS Office, and general PC hardware. - Basic networking knowledge (cables, ports, link lights, connectivity checks). - High level of reliability, responsibility, and professional integrity. - Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely. - Calm, flexible approach when dealing with unexpected issues. - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. - Customer-focused and able to manage expectations effectively. - Fluency in English and the local language (spoken and written). - Previous data-centre operations experience (preferred but not required). - Familiarity with data-centre processes, security protocols, and workflows (preferred but not required). - Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA A, N, hardware or vendor certifications) (preferred but not required). - A technical degree or relevant vocational qualification (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

- Visually inspect equipment status indicators (LEDs) and report findings to customers. - Perform power-cycles and physical resets based on detailed written instructions. - Verify power and cabling connectivity, ensuring all cables are correctly seated. - Test cable paths according to provided standards and procedures. - Connect crash carts (KVM) to assist with diagnosing failed reboots or hardware issues. - Insert or mount physical media to support system builds or troubleshooting. - Activate hardware controls as requested by customers. - Replace hot-swappable components as guided by written intervention plans.

Description


We are looking for a dependable, detail-focused Hands & Eyes Technician to provide on-site, first-line support for customer equipment at our high-security enterprise-grade data centre located in Warton, Preston. This role offers hands-on technical exposure with training provided for specialized equipment, and it values precision, reliability, and continuous learning. You will be part of a vital team dedicated to keeping critical systems running, and there may be an expectation to travel to Barrow in Furness to attend workshops occasionally.
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