On-Site Cable Landing Ops Lead (Australia)

Google LLC; Torquay; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Google LLC is seeking an on-site leader for its Cable Landing Station in Torquay, VIC. You will own local operations, ensure service availability, and oversee service provider performance while enforcing Google’s standards and procedures.

You will engage with local stakeholders, manage regulatory and environmental governance, and serve as the on-site sponsor for audits, EHS, and safety compliance while supporting Google’s scalable AI and infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, trade school certification, or related certified training, or equivalent practical experience.
• 9 years of experience in operational team management in CLS, data center, or mission-critical facility environment.
• Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain AGSVA NV1 clearance.
• Valid Australian driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct local operations across the Cable Landing Station (CLS) and adjacent facilities, ensuring SLA adherence by third-party providers and optimizing MTTR/MTBF.
• Enforce SOPs, access controls, and EHS policies; conduct audits and contractor background checks to maintain audit-ready facilities.
• Maintain custody of critical spares, consumables, warranties, and specialized test equipment; manage end-to-end inventory tracking and replenishment.
• Supervise FM contracts, power systems (UPS, generators), cooling, and SLTE infrastructure with preventative maintenance and security oversight.
• Travel between operational locations to manage urgent incidents and transport equipment to sites not reachable by public transit.

Skills

Operational leadership

AGSVA NV1 clearance

Australian citizen

Driver's license

Technical field training

Education

Associate's degree / certified training

Job description

Google LLC is seeking an on-site leader for its Cable Landing Station in Torquay, VIC. You will own local operations, ensure service availability, and oversee service provider performance while enforcing Google’s standards and procedures.

You will engage with local stakeholders, manage regulatory and environmental governance, and serve as the on-site sponsor for audits, EHS, and safety compliance while supporting Google’s scalable AI and infrastructure initiatives.