Electrical Data Centre Engineer

China Mobile International (UK) Limited
Burnham, United Kingdom
3 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
Chinese, English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Burnham, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Data Centers
Information Technology Operations
Load Testing
Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the construction, operation, maintenance, and optimization of Data Centre electrical facilities, ensuring operational reliability, compliance, and service excellence., 1. Operational Oversight & Vendor Management

  • Act as the technical lead overseeing the Facility Management (FM) team to ensure all electrical operations align with global standards and SLAs.
  • Review and approve critical operational documents, including Method of Procedure (MOP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP).
  • Conduct regular audits of maintenance records and onsite activities to ensure high standards of execution and safety compliance.
  1. Technical Authority & Risk Mitigation
  • Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for complex electrical issues and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for power-related incidents.
  • Identify potential Single Points of Failure (SPOF) and oversee mitigation measures.
  • Provide technical supervision and approval for high-risk electrical operations, including UPS bypass, generator load testing, and HV switching activities.
  1. Strategic Asset & Lifecycle Management
  • Review and approve electrical system modifications and capacity expansion plans to ensure no impact on live IT operations.
  • Support long-term CAPEX planning through equipment health assessments and lifecycle analysis.
  • Drive energy efficiency initiatives by analysing power distribution performance and PUE trends.
  1. Compliance & Safety Standards
  • Ensure all electrical systems comply with local statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Promote and enforce compliance with Electrical Safety Programs, including LOTO and Arc Flash protection procedures.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Root cause analysis?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, To support the continued growth of our UK operations, we are looking for a motivated and experienced professional to join our London Data Centre as an Engineer., Education & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
  • CEng or IEng qualification preferred

Experience

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Data Centre operations on the electrical side
  • Candidates with less experience may be considered for junior positions

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of Electrical Power Engineering
  • Familiarity with electrical calculation software
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Personal Attributes

  • Positive attitude with strong teamwork spirit
  • Good stress management skills
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills

Language Skills

  • Fluent in English and Chinese

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Sick pay
  • Life insurance
  • Company pension
  • Private medical insurance

About the company

China Mobile International Limited (CMI) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Mobile. Established in December 2010 and headquartered in Hong Kong, CMI has expanded its presence across 39 countries and regions worldwide. Leveraging the strong support of China Mobile, CMI provides comprehensive international telecommunications services and solutions to global enterprises, carriers, and mobile users.

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