Data Center IT Lead: 24/7 Operations & Team Growth

OVHcloud; Erith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud service provider in Erith, UK, is seeking a DC Lead IT to oversee the onsite IT team and manage server maintenance and deployment. The ideal candidate should possess extensive IT knowledge, strong management skills, and the ability to enhance operational workflows. Responsibilities include organizing team activities, ensuring safety compliance, and contributing to performance improvements. This position requires both technical acumen and team leadership capabilities within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High level of IT hardware and software knowledge and experience is expected.
• Knowledge of HVAC and data centre power distribution.
• Able to work with compliance and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage the onsite IT team activities.
• Contribute to continual improvement processes.
• Ensure proper training of staff.

Skills

IT hardware and software knowledge

Management skills

Planning and scheduling

Report generation

Compliance knowledge

Job description

A leading cloud service provider in Erith, UK, is seeking a DC Lead IT to oversee the onsite IT team and manage server maintenance and deployment. The ideal candidate should possess extensive IT knowledge, strong management skills, and the ability to enhance operational workflows. Responsibilities include organizing team activities, ensuring safety compliance, and contributing to performance improvements. This position requires both technical acumen and team leadership capabilities within a dynamic environment.