Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Data Center Technician

Job ID

297844

Posted 30-Oct-2026

Service line GWS Segment

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Construction

Location(s) Farnborough - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

About CBRE Data Centre Solutions

CBRE Data Centre Solutions (DCS) delivers fully integrated real estate, facilities and technology solutions for data centre owners, occupiers and investors across the globe.

As a dedicated business line within CBRE, DCS supports clients throughout every stage of the data centre lifecycle, from development and construction through to operation, management and modernisation.

Our people are at the heart of our culture. We encourage new ways of working, drive innovation and live by our RISE values: Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence.

The Role

We are looking for a Day Critical Engineer to join our Data Centre Solutions team.

This role will have a strong focus on the maintenance, compliance and operation of domestic and processed water systems across the site. You will carry out planned and reactive maintenance, statutory inspections and minor works while ensuring all activities are completed safely and in accordance with relevant regulations and site procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain domestic and processed water systems across the site.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on water systems, including weekly tap flushing, monthly tap temperature checks, air optimiser cleaning and inspections, reverse osmosis inspections and cold-water storage tank inspections.

• Respond promptly to critical water services breakdowns and complete reactive and corrective maintenance on water-related equipment.

• Act as a key point of contact for water systems on site.

• Complete monthly statutory inspections of water systems in accordance with the CMMS schedule.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including critical and non-critical spare parts.

• Carry out monthly stock checks of site stores.

• Support and host subcontractors working on site.

• Liaise with the Data Centre Manager regarding PPM scheduling and assist with the review and submission of annual PPM planners.

• Support the upkeep of site logbooks and ensure statutory compliance records are properly maintained.

• Liaise professionally with contractors, customers and relevant site representatives regarding maintenance and repairs.

• Undertake site surveys and produce works requests, Method Statements and Risk Assessments for planned works.

• Complete statutory inspections relating to water systems and Health & Safety requirements.

• Use a PDA/CMMS system to complete work orders, communications and updates.

• Undertake minor works projects as required.

• Support drainage and sewage-related works where required, including blocked drains.

• Work safely and in accordance with Health and Safety at Work requirements and ACoP L8.

• Identify Health & Safety concerns and bring any shortfalls to the attention of the appropriate stakeholders.

• Carry out other reasonable duties as required by the line manager.

• Skills, Knowledge & Experience

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous plumbing experience.

• City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent qualification in Plumbing.

• Experience managing multiple maintenance activities across a diverse or complex site.

• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety procedures and requirements, including COSHH, Working at Height and Risk Assessments.

• Experience working within established systems and processes while maintaining accurate records.

• The ability to understand and interpret technical drawings, instructions and processes.

• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage assigned tasks and determine material requirements.

• Good customer and stakeholder relationship skills.

• Good IT skills and confidence using computer-based maintenance systems.

• A current UK driving licence.

• IOSH and/or NEBOSH qualification is desirable.

• The flexibility to work additional hours where business needs require.

• Willingness to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.

• Person Specification

You will be someone who:

• Remains calm and professional under pressure.

• Is confident making decisions and following through with appropriate actions.

• Works effectively with colleagues, contractors and stakeholders to achieve objectives.

• Maintains consistently high standards.

• Embraces change and actively identifies opportunities for improvement.

• Learns from experience and takes a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Has a strong commitment to safety, compliance and high-quality service delivery.

• Our Values

At CBRE, our RISE values guide everything we do:

• Respect – We act with consideration for others' ideas and share information openly to inspire trust and encourage collaboration.

• Integrity – We act with integrity and remain committed to our company and what we stand for.

• Service – We approach challenges with enthusiasm and diligence, building long-term relationships and delivering excellent service.

• Excellence – We focus relentlessly on creating successful outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholders.

• Our Mission

• To build a world-class business through exceptional service and exceptional people.

• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associated with the position. It should not be interpreted as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications required.

• About CBRE Group, Inc. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. The company has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, critical infrastructure); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

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