Data Centre Automation Lead – PLC/SCADA Projects

Clear Engineering Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm seeks a Data Centre Automation Manager for managing complex automation projects in the UK data centre sector. You will oversee PLC/SCADA systems and lead a skilled team to ensure project delivery meets high standards of performance. The ideal candidate must have a solid background in automation management with strong technical and client-facing skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 with bonuses and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Yearly Bonus

Car Allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience managing automation or control system projects in data centres or critical environments.
• Strong knowledge in PLC, SCADA, and industrial communication networks.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and control projects in the data centre.
• Oversee design and commissioning of PLC/SCADA systems.
• Manage service contracts and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project delivery

Automation system management

Technical leadership

Client management

Tools

PLC/SCADA systems

Siemens

Rockwell

Schneider platforms

Job description

A leading engineering recruitment firm seeks a Data Centre Automation Manager for managing complex automation projects in the UK data centre sector. You will oversee PLC/SCADA systems and lead a skilled team to ensure project delivery meets high standards of performance. The ideal candidate must have a solid background in automation management with strong technical and client-facing skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £80,000 with bonuses and hybrid working options.