Energy Efficiency Engineer

The Energy Efficiency Engineer will be responsible for optimising energy usage and reducing the carbon footprint of our data centre operations. This role requires experience in identifying and implementing energy-saving initiatives, conducting energy audits, and working with facility operations teams to improve energy efficiency.

Job Description

OBJECTIVES

1. Analyse data centre equipment energy usage patterns and identify opportunities for improvement.
2. Conduct energy audits and develop energy efficiency plans that meet the requirements of ISO 50001.
3. Recommend and implement energy-saving measures, such as equipment upgrades, software optimisations, and process improvements.
4. Collaborate with facility operations teams to optimise HVAC, lighting, and other building systems.
5. Monitor and track energy consumption and savings over time, and report regularly on maintenance of ISO 50001 certification.
6. Develop and maintain energy management systems and procedures in accordance with ISO 50001, ensuring that we maintain our accreditation.
7. Use power monitoring tools such as Schneider PME to analyse energy usage and identify opportunities for improvement.
8. Keep up-to-date with the latest energy efficiency technologies and trends.

Job Requirements

SKILLS REQUIREMENT

1. Bachelor's degree or National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
2. 3+ years of experience in energy efficiency, preferably in a data centre environment.
3. Strong understanding of data centre operations and infrastructure.
4. Experience with energy management software and tools, and knowledge of ISO 50001 requirements.
5. Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to energy efficiency.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
8. Ability to create data driven models to illustrate the impact changes would have in terms of energy efficiency.
9. Mechanical and electrical equipment knowledge.

SHEQ, INFORMATION SECURITY, LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND OBLIGATIONS

1. Employees to demonstrate commitment to the requirements of the Integrated Management System by:
2. Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of himself / herself, others and the workplace.
3. Obeying all stipulated company rules, policies and procedures in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993, the Health & Safety Management Program, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 50001:2018 Standards.
4. Reporting all unsafe or unhealthy conditions and threats that come to his / her attention that may affect persons or the business.
5. Ensuring the preservation of confidentiality, integrity and accessibility of information for Teraco and our respective clients.
6. Committing to the implementation and maintenance of our Quality Management System.
7. All Teraco employees are responsible for the quality of their work and the protection of company and client information.
8. Committing to the implementation and maintenance of our Environmental Management System, environmental statutory and regulatory compliance and performance.
9. Committing to the implementation and maintenance of our Energy Management System, energy-related statutory and regulatory compliance and performance.
10. Committed to the protection of personal information and POPIA or other relevant statutory and regulatory compliance and performance.