24/7 Data Centre Technician

About the role

JOIN NEXTDC’s facilities team as a 24/7 Data Centre Technician, supporting the day‑to‑day operation of a world‑class data centre in Macquarie Park. This entry‑level position provides full on‑the‑job training across critical infrastructure such as cooling, electrical, cabling, building monitoring and fire systems.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver cabling, electrical and data connections to customer racks and designated areas.
• Respond to Remote Hands requests and assist with vendor management for core electrical and mechanical systems.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve facility issues promptly.
• Monitor building management and monitoring systems 24/7, escalating incidents as needed.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors comply with NEXTDC facility rules.
• Perform manual handling tasks and, when required, travel between sites during shifts.

Required profile

• Excellent customer service and communication skills with a proactive ‘can‑do’ attitude.
• Basic understanding of data centre environments, cabling and cable management (desirable).
• Passion for learning telecommunications and hands‑on problem solving.
• Australian citizenship required for security clearances.

Required skills

• Data centre cabling
• Cable management
• Telecommunications fundamentals
• Electrical systems
• HVAC and cooling systems
• Building monitoring systems
• Fire safety systems

What we offer

• Comprehensive on‑the‑job training and career development in a fast‑growing ASX‑100 technology company.
• Rotating 4‑5‑5 shift roster providing exposure to both day and night operations.
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge, environmentally efficient data centre infrastructure.