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About the Role
VIRTUS Data Centres is the UK’s fastest-growing data centre provider, expanding into continental Europe. We aim to be a positive force in the fourth industrial revolution, delivering innovative solutions while upholding core values of Clarity & Quality, Accountability, Customer Commitment, Purposeful Innovation, and Capability & Growth.
Responsibilities
- Report to the Fire Life & Safety Manager for all VIRTUS Data Centres and supporting infrastructures.
- Understand Fire systems & Components including Fire Panels, Vesda, Water Mist, Gas Suppression, Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lighting, Fire Doors, and Fire Stopping.
- Have a basic understanding of Fire Standards/Codes/Compliance such as BS5839-1, BS6266, NFPA 75, Document B, and Regulatory Reform Order 2005.
- Utilize Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Communicate clear and concise instructions, verbally or in writing, to peers and stakeholders.
- Travel to sites between Monday and Friday during working hours.
- Review and comment on Fire Life & Safety Design proposals.
- Record and produce monthly KPIs using a reporting dashboard or alternative agreed portal.
- Manage inspection, configuration, test schedules, performance indicators, and other defined reporting KPIs.
- Provide 2nd and 3rd level escalation for Fire & Life Safety issues.
- Develop and sign off on Fire & Life Safety SOP/EOP drafts.
- Assist with the commissioning of upgrades and Fire & Life Safety & Electrical Mechanical elements.
- Support general commissioning activities as directed.
- Continuously optimize Fire & Life Safety systems for high reliability.
- Provide mitigation strategies to reduce human error in Fire & Life Safety operations.
- Provide technical input on all Fire & Life Safety works and projects.
- Optimize maintenance offerings to ensure adherence to manufacturer and best practices.
- Ensure technical excellence and adherence to engineering best practices on all Fire & Life Safety systems.
- Attend and witness Fire & Life Safety FAT Acceptance Tests for new build items.
- Collaborate with the Projects Department on facility Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
- Input into commissioning test scripts for Fire & Life Safety elements for FATs, SATs, and IST.
- Take ownership of key Fire & Life Safety issues, drive progression, and ensure VIRTUS systems are updated.
- Assist the Technical Team in ensuring compliance with ISO Security, Fire, and Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- Assist with Health & Safety compliance.
- Manage and lead survey tests and reports on existing Fire & Life Safety installations.
- Undertake engineering projects under the direction of management and specialists.
- Gain in-depth knowledge of Data Centre Building services, systems, and components through involvement in manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing.
- Perform other duties relevant to the position and company operations as reasonably requested.
Requirements
- Must be willing to undergo a BS7858 screening process.
Skills
- Fire Panels
- Vesda
- Water Mist
- Gas Suppression
- Fire Extinguishers
- Emergency Lighting
- Fire Doors
- Fire Stopping
- BS5839-1
- BS6266
- NFPA 75
- Document B
- Regulatory Reform Order 2005
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
About the Company
- VIRTUS Data Centres is the UK’s fastest-growing data centre provider.
- We own, design, build, and operate some of the most energy-efficient, flexible, and secure data centres in Europe.
- In 2023, we announced our expansion into continental Europe, starting with Berlin and Milan, with plans to grow further across the region.
- At VIRTUS, we aim to be a positive force in the fourth industrial revolution—delivering innovative solutions while staying firmly rooted in our core values: Clarity & Quality, Accountability, Customer Commitment, Purposeful Innovation, and Capability & Growth.
Equal Opportunity
- VIRTUS is an equal opportunity employer.
- As part of our commitment to equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment.