Data Centre Engineer (Contract) York - 4 days onsite 3 months initial contract Financial Services Overview We are looking for an experienced Data Centre Engineer on a contract basis for a leading financial services organisation. This role will focus on refining, updating, and creating documentation and operational processes within the data centre environment. Key Responsibilities Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive data centre documentation, including SOPs, processes, checklists, and technical runbooks. Monitor and report on power usage, environmental conditions, and rack utilisation to ensure optimal performance and compliance. Work closely with infrastructure and network teams to ensure data centre activities align with architectural and operational standards. Support the identification and implementation of improvements across data centre operations. Ensure all work adheres to best practices for resilience, security, and compliance. Required Skills & Experience Strong background in data centre operations, including infrastructure management and network fundamentals. Proven experience with power monitoring, rack usage reporting, and environmental management tools. Excellent understanding of servers, storage, networking hardware, and structured cabling. Familiarity with configuration management, asset tracking, and capacity planning processes. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple technical teams. Preferred Experience (Nice to Have) Experience in financial services or other highly regulated environments. Knowledge of industry data centre standards (e.g., Uptime Institute, ISO, ITIL frameworks). Exposure to data centre tooling such as DCIM platforms.