Data centre hiring to rise; permanent jobs limited

THE FAST-EXPANDING DATA-CENTRE pipeline is expected to drive a steady rise in employ- ment, though most near-term jobs will be temporary and linked to construction, with permanent roles emerging gradually as facilities move into full operations, analysts said.

- POULOMI CHATTERJEE

The fast-expanding data-centre pipeline is expected to drive a steady rise in employment, though most near-term jobs will be temporary and linked to construction, with permanent roles emerging gradually as facilities move into full operations, analysts said.

The sector typically generates a limited number of long-term positions, largely in technical and operations roles, while most workers engaged during the build phase are hired on contract. According to a report published in November last year, India has 132 operational data centres, with another 84 projects under development, many of which are expected to draw workers from local communities.