Rack Lifecycle Lead — Data Center Operations

Amazon Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon in Melbourne seeks an experienced Rack Lifecycle Team Manager to lead a site-based team of data center technicians. You will drive end-to-end rack lifecycle operations from demand intake to decommissioning, ensuring on-time delivery, cabling to standard, and compliant handoffs.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cost containment. As a tactical leader, you will coordinate with cross-functional partners, run war rooms during deployment waves, and coach staff to meet KPI targets

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct people management experience.
• 3+ years of data center engineering or operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of rack delivery, installation, and handoffs to meet capacity dates.
• Coordinate site readiness and meet MOP/SOP standards for cabling and installation.
• Drive cross-team coordination across DCO, DCEO, LOG, security, and supply chain.
• Manage blockers, escalations, and daily stand-ups to keep deployment on track.
• Oversee decommissioning of end-of-life racks with zero service impact and compliant processes.
• Report on site KPIs and drive improvements for delivery performance.

Skills

People management

Data center operations

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Amazon in Melbourne seeks an experienced Rack Lifecycle Team Manager to lead a site-based team of data center technicians. You will drive end-to-end rack lifecycle operations from demand intake to decommissioning, ensuring on-time delivery, cabling to standard, and compliant handoffs.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cost containment. As a tactical leader, you will coordinate with cross-functional partners, run war rooms during deployment waves, and coach staff to meet KPI targets