Datacenter Operator

Datacenter Operator

Posted 6 days ago by Tiro Partners Limited

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Negotiable
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Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
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Batch Processing Control-M (Batch Scheduling Software) Data Centers Information Technology Infrastructure Library Information Technology Operations Job Control Language (JCL) Job Scheduling (Batch Processing) Korn Shell Management Scheduling Scripting System Monitoring

Summary: The Data Centre Operator role is a contract position based in Cardiff, focused on supporting the daily operations of a high-availability data centre. The operator will be responsible for monitoring systems, managing batch processing, and ensuring adherence to security protocols. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong background in IT operations and batch processing. The contract is for 12 months, with a potential extension.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor systems and event-driven alerts via monitoring consoles.
  • Respond to incidents, escalating to on-call teams or vendors as required.
  • Run and monitor batch schedules using tools like Control-M and VisualCron.
  • Manage weekend release scripts and support change deployments.
  • Perform routine physical tasks (e.g., bulk printing, tape removal, temperature checks).
  • Conduct regular patrols to validate site and system availability.
  • Maintain strict adherence to security and access protocols.
  • Support the Control-M scheduling environment.
  • Analyse and resolve basic production issues.
  • Apply schedule changes and maintain accurate reporting (daily, weekly, ad hoc).
  • Keep operational documentation up to date and compliant.

Key Skills:

  • Proven background in IT operations and batch processing.
  • Experience with job scheduling tools, ideally Control-M.
  • Familiarity with Linux/UNIX, JCL, Korn shell scripting, and basic Oracle DB concepts.
  • Root cause analysis skills and a service-focused mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and in small technical teams.
  • Knowledge of ITIL fundamentals is a plus.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Cardiff

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Data Centre Operator – Contract (12 months - Inside IR35) Location: Cardiff Start Date: July 2025 End Date: June 2026 (possible extension) We are seeking for a client a reliable and proactive Data Centre Operator to support the day-to-day operations of a high-availability data centre environment. This is a critical role ensuring the seamless operation of batch processing, system monitoring, and physical site management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor systems and event-driven alerts via monitoring consoles.
  • Respond to incidents, escalating to on-call teams or vendors as required.
  • Run and monitor batch schedules using tools like Control-M and VisualCron.
  • Manage weekend release scripts and support change deployments.
  • Perform routine physical tasks (e.g., bulk printing, tape removal, temperature checks).
  • Conduct regular patrols to validate site and system availability.
  • Maintain strict adherence to security and access protocols.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Support the Control-M scheduling environment.
  • Analyse and resolve basic production issues.
  • Apply schedule changes and maintain accurate reporting (daily, weekly, ad hoc).
  • Keep operational documentation up to date and compliant.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven background in IT operations and batch processing.
  • Experience with job scheduling tools, ideally Control-M.
  • Familiarity with Linux/UNIX, JCL, Korn shell scripting, and basic Oracle DB concepts.
  • Root cause analysis skills and a service-focused mindset.
  • Ability to work independently and in small technical teams.
  • Knowledge of ITIL fundamentals is a plus.

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