Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer

• Multiple locations
• Hybrid

Job Description
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!

About the job
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 Datacenter Site Manager, 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.

Responsibilities
As a Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer at GlobalConnect, you play a hands-on role in maintaining and supporting the operation of critical infrastructure systems within our data centers. Your primary responsibilities include performing preventive and corrective maintenance, responding to faults and emergencies, monitoring electrical and mechanical systems, and ensuring continuous uptime of essential services. You will also contribute to system upgrades, infrastructure installations, and change management procedures. You’ll work closely with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure all work complies with operational standards, safety protocols, and performance targets. Additionally, you may be called upon to assist at other sites to support your colleagues and maintain business continuity across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

About You
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. You come with experience from operations in a technical environment - preferably data centers. In addition, you have at least one of the following qualifications:

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

Site Operations Denmark

Site Operations Danmark 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.

Application

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!

Great Place to Work

• Enhanced Parental Leave: Flexible return options
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements
• Learning: Skill development
• Pension Plan: Secure your future
• Modern Workspaces: Inspiring environments
• Insurance Coverage: Your safety net

Work with great people
Ali Karbalaei

Cyber Security Analyst

"At GlobalConnect, we have so many amazing and capable people working hard, making sure we uphold the best possible standard of service to our end-customers. I feel privileged to be part of that. The culture is truly open and friendly."

Pia Pernille Rødsten

Network Operations Specialist

"To me, the most exciting part is that we are challenged daily. We have a very dynamic workday, and no two days are exactly alike. I find that exciting, challenging and at times also frustrating – but it’s always fun."

Claus Jensen

Senior Field Technician

"One of the coolest things I’ve seen is the way people act towards each other here. There are no employees that are more important than others. It is like a big family. I still feel that way, even though we are a much bigger company today than we were when I first joined."

Cecilia Aldrin

Senior Manager, Head of Projects and Inisights

"I work with dedicated and very competent colleagues who have a strong will to move forward and have lots of fun on the way. In this culture, I get the opportunity to take a lot of responsibility and the chance to widen my competence and go outside my comfort zone."

About the company
GlobalConnect is one of the leading connectivity providers in Northern Europe. We’re 2000 passionate and talented individuals who want to make a difference, turning our customers’ visions into reality through connectivity. Our goal is to create the best possible conditions for engaged employees, a place where you can develop and grow, and create unforgettable memories and enjoyable experiences.

We have helped develop and digitize societies across the Nordics for more than two decades. Our purpose is what drives us to continue - turning visions into reality by empowering society with connectivity.

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Contributing to a better tomorrowBuilding the foundation of a better tomorrow – a digitized and sustainable society.

ExpansiveFast-paced company with high growth ambitions, backed by leading investment company EQT.

InternationalWork and develop in an international environment.

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