12 Month Contract | Portsmouth, Hampshire | Immediate Start | £250 Day, PAYE
* 12 Month Contract, possible extension to 18 months or to go permanent
* Field-role, 20 locations across Hampshire and surrounding areas
* Full driving license required, vehicle provided
We are seeking a number of Data Centre Engineers to support a large installation project starting in February.
The role will be hands-on and delivery-focused, covering pre-installation surveys, design validation, physical infrastructure deployment, structured cabling, fibre and copper connectivity, testing, documentation, and health & safety compliance in-line with industry standards and best practice.
Responsibilities
Pre-Installation Site Surveys
The DC Engineer will be responsible for conducting detailed site surveys to validate design assumptions and capture accurate build information, including:
Confirm Locations
* Identify and confirm room and rack locations for all equipment.
* Validate access routes and working areas.
Measure Cable Routes
* Measure copper and fibre cable lengths from each device to DCN, CIN, and BCH racks.
* Measure power cable lengths from devices to PDUs.
Check Device Interconnects
* Identify and measure direct links between devices (copper, fibre, DAC, hydra).
Record Survey Outputs
* Produce a list of required cable lengths by type.
* Confirm final rack positions and room mappings.
* Provide clear survey documentation to support design and installation.
Installation & Build Activities
The DC Engineer will perform all physical installation activities on-site, including:
Hardware Installation
* Rack and stack all new network and infrastructure devices.
Cabling Between Racks
* Install structured cabling to BCH racks and UHD shelves/cassettes.
Fibre Patching
* Patch fibre connections to CIN, Transmission platforms, ODFs, and BCH racks as required.
Copper Connections
* Connect copper links to DCN racks and customer handoff/demarcation points.
Patch Panel Installation
* Install ODF panels and hydra cassettes within WWT buildings.
Testing & Validation
* Inspect and clean fibre.
* Complete power meter and light source testing.
* Record and evidence pass results.
Labelling
* Label all cabling and hardware in accordance with WWT standards using the Brady BMP61 workflow.
Build Documentation
* Produce as-built documentation including:
* Photographs
* Rack layouts
* Test results
* Labels & Diagrams
Health & Safety Compliance
* Complete site inductions, RAMS, permits, and adhere to PPE requirements.
* Maintain controlled workspaces and good housekeeping.
Issue Management
* Log any non-conformances.
* Remediate issues, re-test, and provide evidence of closure.
Design Support
The DC Engineer will support the design phase by validating survey data and producing accurate layout documentation, including:
Survey Review
* Review and validate all survey information prior to design commencement.
Rack & Space Planning
* Calculate rack space requirements, equipment footprint, and clearance needs.
Equipment Validation
* Confirm device dimensions, power draw, and suitability for available rack space.
Layout Documentation
* Produce detailed rack layouts showing device positions.
Connectivity Definition
* Document cabling routes, fibre paths, and power connections.
Design Drawings
* Produce final design drawings showing equipment placement and connectivity.
Qualifications
* Proven cabling experience and/or working in data centre environments.
* Strong knowledge of structured cabling standards (copper & fibre).
* Experience with rack & stack, patching, ODFs, and hydra cassettes.
* Comfortable producing as-built documentation and design drawings.
* Strong understanding of data centre H&S procedures and compliance.
* Ability to work accurately in live environments.