Building Your Data Centre Career in 2026: The Skills and Roles in Demand
Why Data Centres in Ireland Will Continue to Grow in 2026 — And How You Can Build a Career in This Booming Industry Ireland, with Dublin at its heart, remains one of Europe’s leading data-centre hubs and although no new projects are currently being approved, the data-centre developments and associated…
Lessons from 2025: What Hiring Managers Can Learn from Ireland’s Data Centre Market
Quick Summary 2025 has been another intense year for hiring in Ireland’s data centre sector. Skilled mechanical and electrical talent has been in extremely high demand, and local talent has struggled to keep pace with the rapid growth of hyperscale and enterprise data centres. Many operators faced project delays or…
The Workforce Risks in Data Centres—and How to Solve Them
Data centres are the backbone of the digital world, providing the critical infrastructure that powers cloud computing, AI-driven applications, and enterprise IT systems. However, despite their technological sophistication, they are only as resilient as the workforce managing their mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems. Workforce-related risks, such as skill shortages, equipment…
Cultivating Talent Pipelines for Ireland’s Data Centres
As Ireland’s data centre industry continues its rapid growth, the need for a skilled workforce is more critical than ever. Building a strong, diverse talent pipeline isn’t just about filling roles—it’s a strategic advantage. As an IT recruiter specialising in data centre-focused roles, I’ve learned that proactively nurturing relationships with…