Job Summary

• Manage and oversee the Data Centre power and cooling infrastructure, space/power allocation and equipment (DGs, UPS, HVAC, rectifiers and power controls).

Principal Functions

• Supervise and maintain power and cooling equipment at Data Centre, IT rooms and all other equipment: (AC/DC system, Fire suppression system, HVAC and other passive infrastructure)
• Implement all preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Monitor all power and cooling consumption and capacity utilization
• Coordinate new installations in the Data Centre according to power budget and design specification.
• Ensure Data Centre power and floor space is optimised and manage BMS at the Data Centre
• Update technical documentation, drawings and operational logs pertaining to equipment and maintenance activities.
• Monitor diesel levels/ consumption and ensure refills as and when necessary.
• Monitor utility power utilization and accurate records of all M and E equipment in the Data Centre.
• Liaise with maintenance contractors and vendors, and prepare monthly reports on their activities for manager, M & E Data Centre’s attention.
• Conduct and supervise and record, hourly and daily routine/physical inspection of all network element/nodes to ascertain their functionality at the DC/MGW
• Conduct end to end AC & DC power backup fall back test for network resilience
• Identify SPOF and communicate to your line manager for immediate attention and resolution
• Carry out routine audit and facilitate risk assessment of DC, MGW and BSC sites.
• Advise Manager, M& E Data Centre on cost saving initiatives in the DC environment
• Perform other duties a directed by Manager, M & E Data Centre

Educational Requirements

• First Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of  four (4) years post NYSC relevant work experience

Knowledge:

• Electrical and Mechanical Systems Maintenance & Repair
• Electrical and Mechanical system planning & dimensioning
• Power and Network Equipment Installation & Audit
• Environmental monitoring system
• Vendor management

Skills:

• Teaming
• Communication
• Problem Solving

Behavior:

• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Teamwork
• Customer Focus