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.