Assistant Critical Facilities Manager

Peaple Talent

Greater London

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Critical Facilities Manager to oversee mission-critical data center operations. In this pivotal role, you will lead a skilled team to ensure operational efficiency and reliability while maintaining the highest standards in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems. Your expertise will drive safety, compliance, and innovation in a fast-paced environment. If you are a proactive professional with a passion for data center management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic team. Join us and contribute to the future of data center operations!

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years in data center operations with 2 years in a managerial role.
Strong knowledge of MEP systems and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the operational team ensuring service excellence.
Oversee maintenance and operation of data center facilities.
Ensure MEP infrastructure is maintained to industry standards.

Skills

MEP systems knowledge

Data center operations

Compliance standards

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

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Assistant Critical Facilities Manager

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per year

Location: Feltham

Are you an experienced data center professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking an Assistant Critical Facilities Manager to lead operations, drive efficiency, and ensure the highest standards of reliability in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

In this key leadership position, you will oversee mission-critical data center infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted power, cooling, and operational efficiency. You'll work alongside a highly skilled team to maintain and optimize Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems while driving safety, compliance, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop the operational team, ensuring service excellence.
Oversee the maintenance and operation of data center facilities.
Ensure all MEP infrastructure is maintained to the highest industry standards.
Work closely with project teams to ensure compliance with statutory and mandatory requirements.
Manage change, incident response, and problem resolution.
Maintain a safe working environment and uphold health and safety policies.
Provide ongoing training and development to enhance team expertise.
Promote awareness of IT operations within MEP disciplines.

What We’re Looking For

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in data center operations, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
Skills: Strong knowledge of MEP systems, data center operations, and compliance standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

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