Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer

15 hours ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Equinix Full time
About Equinix

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 250 data centers across the globe. Our mission is to provide a trusted platform for digital leaders to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed.

We are committed to delivering best-in-class service to our data center customers and maintaining critical facilities infrastructure as part of a close-knit team. Our operations team is at the forefront of all we do, and we are looking for a skilled Data Center Critical Facilities Engineer to join our team.

Job Description

Our Critical Facilities Engineering team is responsible for supervising and performing facilities engineering work, including alarm response, fault finding, maintenance, repairs, and modification of equipment relating to controls, electrical, and mechanical systems and equipment.

The successful candidate will be based at SY1, close to transportation links, with free onsite parking. They will be joining a collaborative team that works across disciplines, with a focus on electrical and controls systems. Experience in data centers, industrial settings, or similar mission-critical environments would be beneficial to understand the specific electrical requirements of our operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform daily checks and site inspections of the building and alarms.
  • Coordinate and lead preventative maintenance tasks and vendors, as well as lead repairs and corrective maintenance efforts.
  • Collaborate with team members on major repairs and develop procedures for their execution.
  • Coordinate and perform critical switching activities.
  • Maintain workplace safety practices and adhere to approved MOPs (Methods of Procedure).
  • Ensure incidents are escalated and handled according to protocols.
  • Assist with capacity management and provide support to other teams as needed.
Site Administration
  • Manage access control and security measures.
  • Ensure the fire protection system is active and take necessary actions.
  • Maintain and coordinate site records to meet compliance requirements.
  • Attend vendor meetings to discuss services and address any issues.
Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes
  • Electrical Trade Qualifications (or Degree Qualified).
  • Team-first mentality and willingness to learn and develop on the job.
  • Engineering mindset and experience with BMS, UPS, STS, LV, HV systems.
  • Keen interest in developing their technical ability with particular focus on electrical/mechanical controls.
  • Industrial, data center, or mission-critical experience is ideal but not mandatory.
Benefits of the Role
  • Permanent position at a static site close to Mascot station, with onsite parking and gym.
  • Competitive salary package, including healthcare allowance, annual bonus, and access to financial, wellbeing, and company benefits.
  • Opportunities for progression and development within the site and cluster, with a clearly defined career path within the Critical Facilities Engineering teams.
  • Supportive management and senior engineering specialists to ensure continual professional development.
  • Access to continued learning through our Global Ops Academy.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.



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