Data Center Facilities Manager | 24/7 Operations Lead

NEXTDC; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gifted share options

NEXTDC days

Volunteer days

Professional development

Wellbeing and mental health programs

Job summary

NEXTDC is seeking a Facility Manager to lead day-to-day operations at the Sydney S4 data centre. You will manage facility staff and contractors, oversee maintenance, and ensure high-quality delivery of NEXTDC and contracting services to customers.

Prospective candidates should have extensive data centre knowledge, including electrical and mechanical configurations, high-density power, cooling, cabling, and building services. 24/7 operations experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of data centres including electrical and mechanical configurations, rack management, design and installation.
• Understanding of high-density data centre power and cooling technologies.
• Experience with telecommunications and connectivity.
• Knowledge of cabling, cable management and quality inspection/assurance.
• Knowledge of building services (HV/LV, UPS, generators, security, HVAC, EMS, BMS).
• Knowledge of codes and regulations.
• Experience leading facilities staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations at NEXTDC’s Sydney S4 facility.
• Oversee facility staff and contractors and ensure quality delivery of NEXTDC and contracting services.
• Coordinate maintenance and service delivery to customers with a focus on uptime and reliability.
• Apply knowledge of data centre design, power, cooling and connectivity to optimize operations.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with safety and building regulations.

Skills

Data centre operations

Electrical & mechanical configurations

Rack management

Power & cooling technologies

Contractor management

Leadership

Customer-focused attitude

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

ServiceNow

Building management systems

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ServiceNow

Building Management Systems

Job description

NEXTDC is seeking a Facility Manager to lead day-to-day operations at the Sydney S4 data centre. You will manage facility staff and contractors, oversee maintenance, and ensure high-quality delivery of NEXTDC and contracting services to customers.

Prospective candidates should have extensive data centre knowledge, including electrical and mechanical configurations, high-density power, cooling, cabling, and building services. 24/7 operations experience is valued.