Technical Specialist (Ireland)
Technical Specialist (Ireland)
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Job Description
Job description
This position is for K2 Data Centres a company under Kuok (Singapore) Limited based in Dublin Ireland.
Purpose of the Role
To provide specialist technical support training and oversight within a live critical environment ensuring continuous 24/7/365 operational support across a production data centre facility. The Technical Specialist plays a key role in emergency response system maintenance & staff training. Responsibilities include daily planning and coordination of critical activities ensuring full visibility and coverage across the site. All maintenance-related documentation and vendor paperwork aligned with the approved annual subcontractor schedule must be prepared and validated in advance to support the operational team. The Technical Specialist is accountable for ensuring these processes are implemented consistently across multiple facilities.
Responsibilities
Maintain continuous uptime of critical systems through hands-on technical support and proactive supervision.
Serve as the Senior Authorised Person for electrical switching activities across site.
Lead scheduled and reactive maintenance activities; ensure full compliance via the DFM platform.
Review and approve subcontractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS); manage work permits.
Coordinate and oversee day-to-day operations and live activities across the facility.
Supervise contractors and vendors ensuring adherence to site procedures and health & safety standards.
Deliver technical training to site staff and lead regular scenario-based game day readiness drills.
Assist in the creation and review of SOPs EOPs and MOPs; ensure team participation in operational drills.
Maintain accurate records of shift activity work orders and system performance via DFM and logs.
Actively promote health and safety compliance; enforce the use of PPE and escalate any safety concerns.
Support emergency response efforts and commissioning works where required.
Job requirements
Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (preferred).
Proven experience working in live data centre or mission-critical environments.
Strong understanding of MV/LV distribution UPS systems BMS/SCADA platforms and electrical commissioning protocols.
MV Authorised Person certification or readiness to qualify.
Familiarity with electrical testing equipment and procedures (e.g. IR VLF injection).
Telemass training preferred.
Excellent written communication fault analysis and reporting skills.
Site Interface & Behaviour Expectations
Maintain a professional and customer-focused presence while representing K2 onsite.
Work collaboratively with internal teams subcontractors and client representatives.
Be available to support shift cover during unexpected absence or operational demand.
Comply with all K2 operational safety and environmental procedures and standards.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
