Data Centre Operations Manager
Core
Lead operations for a new, purpose-built International Data Centre (LD14) from commissioning through steady-state, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and reliability for high-density workloads and mission-critical financial infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC Data Centre Operations Manager
Builds
A new 5-storey International Data Centre supporting cloud connectivity and high-density workloads
Domain
Data Centre / Critical Infrastructure / Facilities Management
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Leadership of large technical teams (10+ direct reports), Engineering or Facilities Management background, Operational management in high-availability environments, Budget and resource planning, Vendor and SLA management, Incident and risk management, Stakeholder engagement
Preferred skills
Experience opening a new site from commissioning, Experience in telecommunications or large-scale infrastructure, Senior-level influence with budgets and stakeholders
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Lead, inspire, and develop teams of experienced technical professionals; Define and deliver operational objectives and policies to ensure site performance; Manage budgets, cost controls, and resource planning; Plan and deliver site infrastructure projects; Ensure vendors deliver to agreed KPIs and SLAs; Act as senior incident lead during critical events
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership mandate
