Job Title - Data Centre Technician
Location - Edinburgh
Salary - Up to £33,000
We are looking for a skilled Data Centre Technician to support day-to-day operations within a live data centre environment. This is a hands-on role focused on structured cabling, connectivity, fault finding and infrastructure support.
You will work closely with site teams and clients to deliver high-quality technical services, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
The Role
As a Data Centre Technician, you will be responsible for handling faults, service requests and installation activities, ranging from patching and testing through to full cabling deployments.
This is a client-facing role requiring strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Cabling & Technical Support
- Install, terminate and test copper (Cat6/6A) and fibre (SM/MM) cabling
- Carry out patching, labelling and installation within cabinets and frames
- Perform 1st and 2nd line fault finding on structured cabling and network connectivity
- Conduct testing using Fluke, OTDR and NETscout equipment
- Deliver cabling installations and support data centre migrations and decommissioning
Project & Client Support
- Work alongside Project Managers to deliver tasks on time and to specification
- Attend site surveys, support installations and provide technical input
- Act as a point of contact for incidents, migrations and 3rd party activities
- Supervise third-party contractors to ensure compliance and quality
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of installations, testing and changes
- Produce clear test results, certifications and progress reports
- Ensure all documentation aligns with project and client standards
Health & Safety
- Adhere to RAMS and site H&S procedures at all times
- Work safely in live environments, including at height and in confined spaces
- Follow construction drawings, schematics and scope documentation
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a data centre or structured cabling role
- Strong knowledge of copper and fibre installation & testing
- Experience with Fluke, OTDR and network testing tools
- Understanding of data centre environments and network infrastructure
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Valid ECS/CSCS Card
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
- Certifications such as CNet (CNCI/CNIT) or BICSI
- Experience with intelligent infrastructure systems (e.g. CommScope)
- IPAF, First Aid or additional site certifications
- Exposure to networking, AV, security or IoT systems
What We’re Looking For
- Detail-oriented and quality-driven
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding ability
- Flexible approach to working hours (including out-of-hours work where required)
- Committed to health & safety and best practice
| Job type: | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Emp type: | Full-time |
| Salary type: | Annual |
| Salary: | GBP £33,000.00 |
| Job published: | 26/03/2026 |
| Job ID: | 33637 |