Website Nexus Careers
Location: Hampshire and Surrounding Areas
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (24/7 coverage)
Job Summary:
We are seeking skilled ex-forces engineers with a background in watchkeeping and technical oversight to join a leading data centre team as a Critical Systems Watchkeeper. This role will be familiar territory for Royal Navy Leading Hands, Army Corporals, and RAF Corporals, with a focus on safeguarding critical infrastructure systems to ensure uninterrupted operation.
In this position, you’ll apply the discipline and hands-on expertise gained in the military to monitor and maintain vital systems—power, cooling, and security—that keep the data centre running safely and smoothly 24/7. Working in the Control Room, you’ll be the first line of defence when issues arise, managing situations with the confidence and precision your military training has taught you.
Key Responsibilities:
Watchkeeping: Oversee and track critical power, cooling, and security systems from the control room, responding immediately to alarms or performance alerts.
Technical Response: Use troubleshooting skills to manage issues in real time, working hands-on with electrical and mechanical systems in high-stakes scenarios.
Operational Stability: Ensure continuous system uptime by following standard operating procedures and protocols, resolving incidents quickly and efficiently.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with your shift team to keep all systems at peak performance, sharing knowledge and problem-solving strategies.
Skills & Experience:
Military experience in a watchkeeping or technical maintenance role (Royal Navy, Army, or RAF background preferred)
Familiarity with power supply, cooling, or mechanical systems (training on data centre-specific systems will be provided)
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow strict protocols and make decisive calls under pressure
An interest in transitioning military skills to a civilian environment where your expertise is valued and rewarded
What’s on Offer?
A stable, well-structured shift schedule that supports work-life balance
Opportunities to develop your skills in a cutting-edge industry with strong career growth potential
A team that values your background, dedication, and experience in high-stakes situations