Data Centre Operations Manager

Data Centre Operations Manager | £65,000-£85,000 + Benefits | UK

I'm working with a fast-growing start-up business within the data centre and digital infrastructure sector, looking for an experienced Data Centre Operations Manager to oversee operations across a growing UK-wide estate.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a multi-site operation, build processes and play a key role in the company's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple data centre sites.
• Ensure uptime, performance and service level targets are achieved.
• Manage critical power, cooling systems and infrastructure maintenance.
• Lead incident management, remote monitoring and change control.
• Oversee contractors, suppliers and facilities management partners.
• Drive health & safety, compliance and operational efficiency.
• Support the commissioning and launch of new sites.
• Lead field engineering and remote operations teams.

What We're Looking For:

• 5 years+ experience in data centre or critical facilities operations
• Strong knowledge of UPS, generators, switchgear and cooling systems.
• Experience with BMS/DCIM and remote monitoring tools.
• Proven contractor, maintenance and budget management experience.
• Strong health & safety knowledge.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between UK sites.

Experience with liquid cooling, immersion cooling, edge infrastructure or AI/HPC environments would be advantageous.

Package:

• £65,000-£85,000 + benefits.
• Hybrid London-based working.
• Regular UK site travel, ideally able to come into London office on occasion.

If you're an experienced Data Centre Operations Manager do apply and we'll be in touch with further details