Data Centre Operations Transformation Director

T4X; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

T4X is seeking a Director of Data Centre Operations Transformation to lead the design and deployment of scalable Day 2 operating models across a growing international portfolio. The role focuses on MEP, OT, systems integration and AI-driven optimisation to drive measurable outcomes.

The ideal candidate has proven experience delivering large-scale operational transformation from strategy to implementation, with hands-on experience in data centre operations and governance, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading large-scale data centre operations transformation.
• Proven track record delivering strategy, redesign and systems deployment.
• Experience with Day 2 operating models and live operations.
• Ability to quantify business benefits and optimisation outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional transformation programmes across live data centre operations.
• Design scalable Day 2 operating models and governance.
• Transform maintenance, incident tracking, change management and capacity processes.
• Lead selection and integration of OT platforms like DCIM, BMS and CMMS.
• Define performance frameworks for availability, reliability and energy optimisation.
• Apply AI and analytics to predictive maintenance and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultancies.
• Own transformation roadmaps, timelines and benefits realisation.
• Drive standardisation across multi-site, multi-MW environments.
• Ensure operational readiness through stage gates from RFC to steady-state.

Skills

Data centre operations

Operational technology

Day 2 transformation

AI-enabled operations

Predictive maintenance

Energy efficiency

Programme ownership

Change management

Systems integration

Operational governance

Tools

DCIM

BMS

CMMS

Incident platforms

Job description

T4X is seeking a Director of Data Centre Operations Transformation to lead the design and deployment of scalable Day 2 operating models across a growing international portfolio. The role focuses on MEP, OT, systems integration and AI-driven optimisation to drive measurable outcomes.

The ideal candidate has proven experience delivering large-scale operational transformation from strategy to implementation, with hands-on experience in data centre operations and governance, and a track record of