Technical Specialist (Ireland)

On-site
- Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
K2

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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Technical Specialist (Ireland)

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