IT Infrastructure Operations Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; Towcester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic IT Infrastructure team as an Operations Team Lead, where you will ensure the efficient and secure operation of IT systems. This full-time role involves leading a talented team, managing infrastructure tools, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced motorsport environment. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, you'll be part of a supportive culture that values growth and empowerment. Enjoy a competitive package with perks including private health care, a pension plan, and on-site fitness facilities. If you're passionate about technology and racing, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Private health care

Pension plan

Life assurance

Childcare scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

On-site gym

Fitness classes

New restaurant

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge across IT infrastructure including Windows/Linux Server environments.
• Proven experience leading or managing IT infrastructure teams, ideally within motorsport environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and prioritise infrastructure tasks and services, ensuring operational excellence.
• Lead the establishment of robust out-of-hours support for various operations.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux Server

Active Directory

M365

Networking

Firewalls

Storage

Azure

DevOps

MS SQL Server

Kubernetes

AV systems

Job description

Job Description

We have a new opportunity to be part of our IT Infrastructure team in the role of IT Infrastructure Operations Team Lead.

As an IT Infrastructure Operations Team Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, consistent, and secure operation of the company’s IT infrastructure. You will lead and develop the IT Infrastructure Operations Team, ensuring operational excellence across systems and services. This role plays a critical part in supporting our technical performance and contributes directly to the Team’s objective of consistently achieving top three in the FIA Constructors’ Championship.

You will oversee and prioritise infrastructure tasks and services, including managing infrastructure tools (monitoring, backup/recovery, storage, server fleets), ensuring lifecycle management of assets, and driving continual improvement across ITIL Service Operation Processes. Additionally, you will lead the establishment of robust out-of-hours support for various operations, including wind tunnel and event weekends, while actively managing relationships across the factory, trackside, and with third-party vendors.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Strong technical knowledge across IT infrastructure including Windows/Linux Server environments, Active Directory, M365, Networking, Firewalls, Storage, Azure, DevOps, MS SQL Server, Kubernetes, and AV systems.
• Proven experience leading or managing IT infrastructure teams, ideally within Formula One or high-level motorsport environments.
• Sound understanding of ITIL Service Operations Processes, cloud-based alternatives to on-premise infrastructure, and a proactive approach to service improvement, automation, and change implementation.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, remain results-oriented, and adapt effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• A flexible, motivated, and collaborative approach with a commitment to continuous development and a clear understanding of Health & Safety.

This is a full-time office-based role at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirements to travel to other locations as necessary.

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDS group childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of gender, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, maternity, belief, or other protected characteristics. We strive to be a team that reflects all communities with which we engage around the world through our workplace and by promoting an inclusive culture where all team members are respected, empowered, and valued.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to ensuring our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.