Critical Facilities Engineer
Equinix
Maintain, troubleshoot and optimise critical data centre facility systems for maximum uptime.
15 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Slough, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Data center colocation
Interconnection services
Smart Hands / remote support
Software-defined interconnection
Network Edge services
Equinix Metal (bare metal)
Equinix Fabric (cloud routing)
Managed services (integration & advisory)
Sector Specialisms
No specialisms available
Role
What you would be doing
scheduled maintenance
preventative maintenance
system optimisation
incident response
documentation
project innovation
- Plan and execute scheduled maintenance activities to boost reliability and extend asset life.
- Keep precise and up-to-date site documentation, including maintenance logs, MOPs, and operational scripts.
- Engage in facility and infrastructure projects aimed at continuous improvement and innovation.
- Deliver on work requests and circuit installations with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Support incident response, working alongside or independently from senior engineers, and actively contribute to on-site solutions.
- Carry out repairs and corrective maintenance, minimising downtime and ensuring service continuity.
- Lead and participate in hands-on preventative maintenance, collaborate with vendors, and manage permit to work processes for essential systems (UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems).
- Conduct routine site inspections, responding swiftly to building and data centre alarms to address potential issues before they escalate.
- Proactively maintain, troubleshoot, and optimise facility systems to achieve maximum uptime and performance.
What you bring
ups
generators
bms
hv switching
data centres
onc/btec/nvq
- Deep technical knowledge of UPS, generators, BMS, chillers, and life safety systems; HV switching experience is an advantage.
- Resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable working independently or within a collaborative team.
- Strong communicator, with keen attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
- Previous experience in data centres, critical environments, or large-scale facilities is a plus.
- Possess ONC/BTEC/NVQ or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
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Company
Overview
1998
Year Established
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey in providing data center and interconnection services.
25+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 25 countries, showcasing its extensive international reach and capability to serve a global clientele.
200+ Data Centers
Global Infrastructure
Provides essential services through over 200 data centers worldwide, supporting digital ecosystems and business growth.
- World’s largest provider of data center and interconnection services.
- Offers cutting-edge solutions that enable businesses to scale and adapt to the digital age.
- Facilitates high-performance connections for industries like cloud computing, telecommunications, and finance.
- Provides services including hybrid cloud solutions, network and application performance optimization, and interconnection for business ecosystems.
- At the forefront of advancing global digital transformation through strategic partnerships with leading companies.
- Innovative business models drive enterprise infrastructure modernization, ensuring security and compliance.
- Thriving workplace where every colleague is valued and respected for who they are and what they contribute
- Foster belonging—cultivating an environment where every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work
- Deliberate inclusion of all perspectives to strengthen decision‑making and business outcomes
- Programs to enhance workplace experience and attract high‑performing talent
Net-zero by 2040
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040, verified by Science Based Targets.
50% reduction by 2030
Emission Reduction Target
Reducing Scope 1/2 emissions and fuel/energy-related Scope 3 emissions by half from 2019 levels by 2030.
100% Renewable Energy
Global Portfolio Goal
Aiming to source 100% of energy from renewable sources across all operations by 2030, having reached 96% in 2024.
A-List Recognition
CDP Climate Change
Achieved consecutive years of 'A-List' recognition from CDP for climate change management and transparency.
- Target global average PUE of 1.33 by 2030; achieved 1.39 in latest reporting (6% improvement YoY)
- Installed 72 MW fuel cells (capable of Hâ‚‚ blends), avoiding 285,000 MTCOâ‚‚e and 382 billion gallons of embedded water use
- Consumed 8,560 GWh electricity across 268 data centers in 35 countries, with 1,285 MW of long-term PPAs
- Reduced operational Scope 1/2 emissions 24% from 2019 baseline; total 2024 footprint 1,747,700 MTCOâ‚‚e
- Issued ~$6.9 billion in green bonds to finance green buildings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization projects
17% increase
Women Employees Increase
Represents a significant global growth in the number of women employees over the past year.
14% increase
Black/African-American Employees
Signifies a notable rise in the number of U.S.-based Black/African-American employees.
47 organizations
Digital Inclusion Funding
Reflects the number of organizations supported by the foundation to enhance digital access and skills development.
11–37% increase
Employee Volunteer Hours
Highlights the growth in global volunteer hours, with a notable example of 25,300 hours in the latest reporting period.
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