Health and Safety Manager - Data Centre Client - London Location: London, 5 days per week Type: Permanent Industry: Data Centre/Critical Infrastructure Role: Health and Safety Manager Reporting to: Quality Director About the Opportunity We're currently working with a leading data centre client who is looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join their team based in Victoria, London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking business operating in the mission-critical infrastructure space. Our client has built a reputation for delivering best-in-class data centre services and is now seeking a Health & Safety leader who will take ownership of their H&S framework across their UK and international operations, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive, proactive safety culture throughout the business. The Role In this pivotal position, you will act as the Responsible Person for all matters relating to Health & Safety within the organisation. You will be tasked with providing strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, and driving continuous improvement across health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives. Key Responsibilities Include: Overseeing Health & Safety policy development and implementation across the business. Monitoring and reviewing compliance with current and emerging Health & Safety legislation. Managing risk assessments, incident reporting, and investigations. Leading internal audits and ensuring corrective action plans are developed and executed. Liaising with HR to promote workplace wellbeing and health initiatives. Coaching, training, and mentoring employees at all levels to embed a strong safety culture. Managing relationships with regulatory bodies, insurers, and external stakeholders. What We're Looking For Our client is seeking a Health & Safety professional who can lead by example and influence safety behaviours across the business. Ideally, you will bring: Essential A formal qualification in Engineering, Health & Safety, or a Scientific discipline. Strong experience in a senior Health & Safety role within a fast-paced, high-availability environment. Demonstrable experience in leading audits, driving compliance, and fostering cultural change. Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, standards, and risk management. Experience delivering Health & Safety training, coaching, and development. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative approach. Previous experience within data centres, power generation, semiconductor facilities, or similar environments. Desirable NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification. Chartered Health & Safety professional status. Personal Attributes A genuine passion for health, safety, and wellbeing. Strong influencing, communication, and leadership skills. A proactive, continuous improvement mindset. Fluent written and spoken English.
31/03/2025
Full time
Health and Safety Manager - Data Centre Client - London Location: London, 5 days per week Type: Permanent Industry: Data Centre/Critical Infrastructure Role: Health and Safety Manager Reporting to: Quality Director About the Opportunity We're currently working with a leading data centre client who is looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Manager to join their team based in Victoria, London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, forward-thinking business operating in the mission-critical infrastructure space. Our client has built a reputation for delivering best-in-class data centre services and is now seeking a Health & Safety leader who will take ownership of their H&S framework across their UK and international operations, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive, proactive safety culture throughout the business. The Role In this pivotal position, you will act as the Responsible Person for all matters relating to Health & Safety within the organisation. You will be tasked with providing strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, and driving continuous improvement across health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives. Key Responsibilities Include: Overseeing Health & Safety policy development and implementation across the business. Monitoring and reviewing compliance with current and emerging Health & Safety legislation. Managing risk assessments, incident reporting, and investigations. Leading internal audits and ensuring corrective action plans are developed and executed. Liaising with HR to promote workplace wellbeing and health initiatives. Coaching, training, and mentoring employees at all levels to embed a strong safety culture. Managing relationships with regulatory bodies, insurers, and external stakeholders. What We're Looking For Our client is seeking a Health & Safety professional who can lead by example and influence safety behaviours across the business. Ideally, you will bring: Essential A formal qualification in Engineering, Health & Safety, or a Scientific discipline. Strong experience in a senior Health & Safety role within a fast-paced, high-availability environment. Demonstrable experience in leading audits, driving compliance, and fostering cultural change. Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, standards, and risk management. Experience delivering Health & Safety training, coaching, and development. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative approach. Previous experience within data centres, power generation, semiconductor facilities, or similar environments. Desirable NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification. Chartered Health & Safety professional status. Personal Attributes A genuine passion for health, safety, and wellbeing. Strong influencing, communication, and leadership skills. A proactive, continuous improvement mindset. Fluent written and spoken English.
Job Description: Role & Responsibilities Handled large database estates and managed TB size of databases Installation and administration of multiple versions of databases on multiple Unix platforms and Windows Servers Design and implement the high availability solutions (RAC, Golden Gate and Dataguard) Install, configure and manage ASM instances in oracle Plan and execute major migrations and upgrades Define and configure the disk and diskgroups in ASM and troubleshoot Manage and administer the databases on Exadata machine Plan the database upgrade, migration and patching Plan and implement the backup/recovery on need basis Hardware tech refresh (host to host database move) Coordinate and work with database vendors for resolution on major incidents Database refresh, re-org, backup using RMAN and 3rd party tools Install and configure grid control database monitoring tools Install, Administer, manage and troubleshoot Oracle grid control Define performance benchmarks and metrics Periodic database instance performance review and tuning recommendation Proactive database analysis and suggestion to application team/business Write and troubleshoot Shell Scripting, SQL and PL/SQL scripts Primarily role is supporting the production and non-prod database environments Ensure the reduction of repeated errors through implementation of necessary checkpoints Contribute towards evaluation of tools, products and software selection SLA tracking and reporting to Higher management Prepare and Maintain Standard Operating Procedure for all activities Proactive identification of risks and mitigation of the same Technical presentation on emerging technologies. Foresee the need for newer technology-based trainings on customer needs and provide suggestions for such trainings to Project Manager. Implement and Periodical check on Automation Implement and Periodical check on DB Security Identify, document and track Technology related risks and mitigation plan in the project Technical and Process guidance to L2 and L1 DBA Provide 24x7 and on call support for critical application databases Technical Skills (Core & Top-Up) Strong database administration Database upgrades on multiple versions and releases High availability (RAC) setup and administration Disaster recovery design, planning, setup and administer the Dataguard (standby) Install, configure, maintain and troubleshooting on Golden Gate Knowledge on ExaData OEM Configuration and management Automation through Scripting Strong performance analysis on AWR, ADDM, SQL Profile, ASH and advisory views Experience on OS, Storage, Network and Virtualization activities Certification on Primary Technology Handled database estate of various technologies Process & Tools Service Request and Incident, Problem, Change managements Configuration, Capacity planning and Knowledge management Experience on ITIL Tools like Remedy, Service Now or any other ticketing tool Identify the service improvement plan ITIL Foundation certified Behavioral Skill Strong verbal and written communication skills Team management and motivation Flexibility, good attitude.
31/03/2025
Project-based
Job Description: Role & Responsibilities Handled large database estates and managed TB size of databases Installation and administration of multiple versions of databases on multiple Unix platforms and Windows Servers Design and implement the high availability solutions (RAC, Golden Gate and Dataguard) Install, configure and manage ASM instances in oracle Plan and execute major migrations and upgrades Define and configure the disk and diskgroups in ASM and troubleshoot Manage and administer the databases on Exadata machine Plan the database upgrade, migration and patching Plan and implement the backup/recovery on need basis Hardware tech refresh (host to host database move) Coordinate and work with database vendors for resolution on major incidents Database refresh, re-org, backup using RMAN and 3rd party tools Install and configure grid control database monitoring tools Install, Administer, manage and troubleshoot Oracle grid control Define performance benchmarks and metrics Periodic database instance performance review and tuning recommendation Proactive database analysis and suggestion to application team/business Write and troubleshoot Shell Scripting, SQL and PL/SQL scripts Primarily role is supporting the production and non-prod database environments Ensure the reduction of repeated errors through implementation of necessary checkpoints Contribute towards evaluation of tools, products and software selection SLA tracking and reporting to Higher management Prepare and Maintain Standard Operating Procedure for all activities Proactive identification of risks and mitigation of the same Technical presentation on emerging technologies. Foresee the need for newer technology-based trainings on customer needs and provide suggestions for such trainings to Project Manager. Implement and Periodical check on Automation Implement and Periodical check on DB Security Identify, document and track Technology related risks and mitigation plan in the project Technical and Process guidance to L2 and L1 DBA Provide 24x7 and on call support for critical application databases Technical Skills (Core & Top-Up) Strong database administration Database upgrades on multiple versions and releases High availability (RAC) setup and administration Disaster recovery design, planning, setup and administer the Dataguard (standby) Install, configure, maintain and troubleshooting on Golden Gate Knowledge on ExaData OEM Configuration and management Automation through Scripting Strong performance analysis on AWR, ADDM, SQL Profile, ASH and advisory views Experience on OS, Storage, Network and Virtualization activities Certification on Primary Technology Handled database estate of various technologies Process & Tools Service Request and Incident, Problem, Change managements Configuration, Capacity planning and Knowledge management Experience on ITIL Tools like Remedy, Service Now or any other ticketing tool Identify the service improvement plan ITIL Foundation certified Behavioral Skill Strong verbal and written communication skills Team management and motivation Flexibility, good attitude.
Your new company Our client is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients that include household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals, and schools. Your new role You will schedule maintenance and repairs, respond to breakdowns, and diagnose faults. You will monitor equipment, conduct risk assessments, and maintain cleanliness. Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations, review procedures, and complete logs. Assist in creating SOPs and EOPs, and be available for overtime or shift work. Maintain company standards, communicate with various contacts, comply with policies, and report incidents to your line manager. What you'll need to succeed You should have a C&G Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. Additionally, qualifications like ONC/HNC in building services engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering, or NVQ Level 3 are necessary. A recognised EITB apprenticeship in Maintenance and Operations Engineering (MOET) or similar is also acceptable. You will have experience in engineering and maintenance services within the building services industry. Being fully conversant with electrical and mechanical maintenance activities and having competency in basic IT and computer skills are essential. What you'll get in return Our benefits package includes a virtual GP for you and your household, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, and access to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You can purchase extra holidays, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, and technology products. We offer high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and a Matching Share Plan. We recognise hard work through our Stars program with cash prizes. Career progression is a priority, supported by diverse training and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
27/03/2025
Full time
Your new company Our client is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients that include household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals, and schools. Your new role You will schedule maintenance and repairs, respond to breakdowns, and diagnose faults. You will monitor equipment, conduct risk assessments, and maintain cleanliness. Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations, review procedures, and complete logs. Assist in creating SOPs and EOPs, and be available for overtime or shift work. Maintain company standards, communicate with various contacts, comply with policies, and report incidents to your line manager. What you'll need to succeed You should have a C&G Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration. Additionally, qualifications like ONC/HNC in building services engineering, mechanical or electrical engineering, or NVQ Level 3 are necessary. A recognised EITB apprenticeship in Maintenance and Operations Engineering (MOET) or similar is also acceptable. You will have experience in engineering and maintenance services within the building services industry. Being fully conversant with electrical and mechanical maintenance activities and having competency in basic IT and computer skills are essential. What you'll get in return Our benefits package includes a virtual GP for you and your household, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, and access to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You can purchase extra holidays, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, and technology products. We offer high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and a Matching Share Plan. We recognise hard work through our Stars program with cash prizes. Career progression is a priority, supported by diverse training and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Your new company Our client is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients that include household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals, and schools. Your new role You will lead a team to schedule and perform maintenance and repairs of building services assets, responding to breakdowns and diagnosing faults. You will ensure service continuity by monitoring plant and equipment, procuring spare parts, and conducting risk assessments. You will maintain cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with COSHH regulations. You will manage critical spares, review maintenance procedures, and complete logs and records. You will assist in creating SOPs and EOPs, and be available for overtime and shift work. You will maintain company standards, communicate regularly with various contacts, comply with policies, and report incidents and procedural lapses to the line manager. What you'll need to succeed You need an ILM or recognised leadership course, and a C&G Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration. An ONC/HNC in building services engineering or an NVQ Level 3 is required. A recognised EITB apprenticeship in Maintenance and Operations Engineering (MOET) or similar is necessary. You should have 2+ years of experience in engineering and maintenance services within the building services industry, and be fully conversant with electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. Basic IT skills, a full driving licence (if applicable), and the ability to work under pressure and during unsociable hours are essential. Good communication, problem-solving, efficiency, organisation, and teamwork skills are also required. What you'll get in return Our benefits package includes a virtual GP for you and your household, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, and access to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You can purchase extra holidays, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, and technology products. We offer high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and a Matching Share Plan. We recognise hard work through our Stars program with cash prizes. Career progression is a priority, supported by diverse training and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
27/03/2025
Full time
Your new company Our client is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients that include household names in banking, critical government sites, hospitals, and schools. Your new role You will lead a team to schedule and perform maintenance and repairs of building services assets, responding to breakdowns and diagnosing faults. You will ensure service continuity by monitoring plant and equipment, procuring spare parts, and conducting risk assessments. You will maintain cleanliness, organisation, and compliance with COSHH regulations. You will manage critical spares, review maintenance procedures, and complete logs and records. You will assist in creating SOPs and EOPs, and be available for overtime and shift work. You will maintain company standards, communicate regularly with various contacts, comply with policies, and report incidents and procedural lapses to the line manager. What you'll need to succeed You need an ILM or recognised leadership course, and a C&G Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning, or Refrigeration. An ONC/HNC in building services engineering or an NVQ Level 3 is required. A recognised EITB apprenticeship in Maintenance and Operations Engineering (MOET) or similar is necessary. You should have 2+ years of experience in engineering and maintenance services within the building services industry, and be fully conversant with electrical and mechanical maintenance activities. Basic IT skills, a full driving licence (if applicable), and the ability to work under pressure and during unsociable hours are essential. Good communication, problem-solving, efficiency, organisation, and teamwork skills are also required. What you'll get in return Our benefits package includes a virtual GP for you and your household, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, and access to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You can purchase extra holidays, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, and technology products. We offer high street discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and a Matching Share Plan. We recognise hard work through our Stars program with cash prizes. Career progression is a priority, supported by diverse training and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
IT Systems Engineer Hybrid- Luton Salary up to £55,000 per annum On call requirement approx. every 6 weeks Role Overview: Lucid connect have partnered with a large aviation company to assist growth within their IT department. The IT team provides support for all electronic communications systems on-site, as well as taking a leading role in delivering technology change & improvement projects and managing support of operational and corporate IT systems. Effective and efficient IT support services are critical for the business to operate at all levels. This role sits within a small team of IT support staff who monitor, maintain, and support all IT systems and users, both on site and working remotely. An IT Systems Engineer is required to be responsible for both the delivery of infrastructure projects and the ongoing support of our clients server infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring the smooth operation, modernization, and security of IT systems while contributing to various business-wide projects. This position is designed for IT professionals with previous experience in 2nd or 3rd-line infrastructure support within medium to large organizations. As an IT Systems Engineer, you will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing existing IT infrastructure. Your role will involve the deployment of new technologies, improvement of existing systems, and ensuring that all operations align with industry best practices. This position offers a dynamic and challenging environment, perfect for those who are passionate about IT infrastructure and its critical role in business operations. Main Duties: Install, configure, and manage VMware infrastructure components and Windows Servers. Manage virtual machines, storage, and network resources within the VMware environment. Configure and manage Azure and Office 365 Cloud environments to a high standard. Monitor performance and availability, conduct optimizations, and ensure infrastructure security. Be a technical lead/resource on various infrastructure-related projects by developing and implementing new technical designs and be a point of escalation for technical risks. Support the development of the IT infrastructure strategy in conjunction with the IT Infrastructure Manager and IT Cyber Security team. Conduct Proof-of-Concepts to steer and deliver service improvements. Monitor & maintain storage capacity, backups, and patch management. Be the point of escalation for critical incidents relating to IT infrastructure. Coordinate with infrastructure vendors during critical incidents and improvement planning. Provide cover for the IT Infrastructure Manager as needed to ensure good levels of service performance. Develop and provide technical coaching and mentoring to members within the IT team. Create, maintain, and update procedures and training documentation for the IT team. Member of the infrastructure on-call rota. Key Requirements Essential A least 3 years' experience in a previous IT Infrastructure role in an enterprise environment. Extensive experience with Windows server, Microsoft 365 services and VMware. Experience configuring and monitoring compliance policies within Office 365. Strong understanding of LAN/WLAN networks and Firewalls. Experience deploying and maintaining critical systems in Microsoft Azure. Extensive experience with PowerShell Scripting. Excellent troubleshooting skills to investigate and resolve issues related to Servers, storage, virtualisation, Cloud problems. Experience using and implementing infrastructure monitoring solutions. Experience leading technical teams during project delivery and incident management. Excellent collaboration skills to effectively work with colleagues, users, and stakeholders. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and able to communicate effectively at all levels in the business. Willing to invest time, effort, and energy to learn & develop new skills and capabilities. MCSA or equivalent Microsoft certification. VCP or equivalent VMWare certification. All relevant permits to work in the UK and security clearances (up to or over CTC). Desirable Knowledge and hands-on experience with Docker/Kubernetes Knowledge and hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewall configuration Knowledge and hands-on experience with other Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) Prince2 Foundation or other equivalent project management certification If you are available and interested in this opportunity, please apply for further information. Please note due to high volumes of applications we are unable to contact every application. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. At Lucid, we celebrate difference and value diverse perspectives, underpinned by our values 'Honesty, Integrity and Pragmatism'. We are proud to provide equal opportunities in line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy and welcome applications from all suitably qualified or experienced people, regardless of personal characteristics. If you have a disability or health condition and seek support throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us via the details below.
05/03/2025
Full time
IT Systems Engineer Hybrid- Luton Salary up to £55,000 per annum On call requirement approx. every 6 weeks Role Overview: Lucid connect have partnered with a large aviation company to assist growth within their IT department. The IT team provides support for all electronic communications systems on-site, as well as taking a leading role in delivering technology change & improvement projects and managing support of operational and corporate IT systems. Effective and efficient IT support services are critical for the business to operate at all levels. This role sits within a small team of IT support staff who monitor, maintain, and support all IT systems and users, both on site and working remotely. An IT Systems Engineer is required to be responsible for both the delivery of infrastructure projects and the ongoing support of our clients server infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring the smooth operation, modernization, and security of IT systems while contributing to various business-wide projects. This position is designed for IT professionals with previous experience in 2nd or 3rd-line infrastructure support within medium to large organizations. As an IT Systems Engineer, you will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing existing IT infrastructure. Your role will involve the deployment of new technologies, improvement of existing systems, and ensuring that all operations align with industry best practices. This position offers a dynamic and challenging environment, perfect for those who are passionate about IT infrastructure and its critical role in business operations. Main Duties: Install, configure, and manage VMware infrastructure components and Windows Servers. Manage virtual machines, storage, and network resources within the VMware environment. Configure and manage Azure and Office 365 Cloud environments to a high standard. Monitor performance and availability, conduct optimizations, and ensure infrastructure security. Be a technical lead/resource on various infrastructure-related projects by developing and implementing new technical designs and be a point of escalation for technical risks. Support the development of the IT infrastructure strategy in conjunction with the IT Infrastructure Manager and IT Cyber Security team. Conduct Proof-of-Concepts to steer and deliver service improvements. Monitor & maintain storage capacity, backups, and patch management. Be the point of escalation for critical incidents relating to IT infrastructure. Coordinate with infrastructure vendors during critical incidents and improvement planning. Provide cover for the IT Infrastructure Manager as needed to ensure good levels of service performance. Develop and provide technical coaching and mentoring to members within the IT team. Create, maintain, and update procedures and training documentation for the IT team. Member of the infrastructure on-call rota. Key Requirements Essential A least 3 years' experience in a previous IT Infrastructure role in an enterprise environment. Extensive experience with Windows server, Microsoft 365 services and VMware. Experience configuring and monitoring compliance policies within Office 365. Strong understanding of LAN/WLAN networks and Firewalls. Experience deploying and maintaining critical systems in Microsoft Azure. Extensive experience with PowerShell Scripting. Excellent troubleshooting skills to investigate and resolve issues related to Servers, storage, virtualisation, Cloud problems. Experience using and implementing infrastructure monitoring solutions. Experience leading technical teams during project delivery and incident management. Excellent collaboration skills to effectively work with colleagues, users, and stakeholders. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and able to communicate effectively at all levels in the business. Willing to invest time, effort, and energy to learn & develop new skills and capabilities. MCSA or equivalent Microsoft certification. VCP or equivalent VMWare certification. All relevant permits to work in the UK and security clearances (up to or over CTC). Desirable Knowledge and hands-on experience with Docker/Kubernetes Knowledge and hands-on experience with Palo Alto Firewall configuration Knowledge and hands-on experience with other Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) Prince2 Foundation or other equivalent project management certification If you are available and interested in this opportunity, please apply for further information. Please note due to high volumes of applications we are unable to contact every application. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. At Lucid, we celebrate difference and value diverse perspectives, underpinned by our values 'Honesty, Integrity and Pragmatism'. We are proud to provide equal opportunities in line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy and welcome applications from all suitably qualified or experienced people, regardless of personal characteristics. If you have a disability or health condition and seek support throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us via the details below.
