Non-Executive Director - Data Centres

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A pioneering company in renewable energy seeks to appoint a Non-Executive Director (NED) to provide strategic and technical oversight for their evolving data centre operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing Tier II–IV data centres, with insights into renewable energy technologies. This role allows a forward-thinking leader to contribute significantly to the company's growth in a dynamic sector focused on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in data centre design, construction, or operation.
• Experience in renewable or hybrid power integration.
• Demonstrated success in capital-intensive markets.

Responsibilities

• Guide development of a data centre portfolio aligned with business goals.
• Provide high-level input on data centre design and sustainability.
• Identify strategic blind spots and advise on governance frameworks.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Business judgment

Communication skills

Risk awareness

Education

Experience with Tier II–IV data centres

Board-level or C-suite experience

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16.06.2025

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Part-time Board Appointment

We’re proud to be working with a pioneering company at a pivotal moment in its journey. With a proven track record in solar and battery storage, the business is now pivoting towards developing sustainable, high-performance data centres powered by behind-the-meter renewable energy.

As part of this strategic evolution, we’re seeking an experienced Non-Executive Director (NED) to join the Board and provide independent, strategic, and technical oversight - helping shape the design, development, and delivery of a new generation of efficient, future-proofed data centre assets.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Oversight: Guide the development of a data centre portfolio that aligns with long-term business goals and cutting-edge renewable integration.

Technical & Operational Advisory: Provide high-level input on data centre design, efficiency, scalability, and sustainability - particularly around M&E infrastructure, power systems, and behind-the-meter solutions.

Risk & Governance: Identify strategic blind spots and advise on governance frameworks and risk mitigation in this new area of operation.

Market & Technology Insight: Monitor data centre industry trends, emerging technologies (e.g., automation, AI, edge computing), and regulatory shifts - translating insights into strategic action.

Stakeholder Engagement: Support effective communication with senior leadership and investors on technical and operational matters related to the data centre strategy.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Proven Data Centre Expertise: Significant experience in the design, construction, or operation of Tier II–IV data centres, ideally with exposure to renewable or hybrid power integration.

Operational Transition Experience: Demonstrated success supporting organisations as they pivot into new, capital-intensive and technically complex markets.

Board-Level Leadership: Previous NED, advisory, or C-suite experience within infrastructure, energy, or technology organisations.

Strong Commercial Acumen: Ability to assess project viability, advise on capital investment strategies, and guide scalable, cost-effective growth.

Knowledge of Clean Energy: Understanding of renewable energy technologies (solar, BESS, CHP, etc.) and their application in data centre environments.

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong business judgment
• Independent and confident advisor who constructively challenges the Board
• Passionate about sustainability and innovative infrastructure
• Collaborative mindset with exceptional communication skills
• Risk-aware and forward-looking
• Experience within the energy or utilities sector
• Familiarity with environmental impact strategy and regulatory compliance
• International or multi-market perspective on data centre trends
• Technical awareness of optimisation, automation, and AI-driven systems

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the technical and strategic roadmap of a high-growth business entering one of the world’s most dynamic sectors.

? For a confidential discussion, contact Tom Wolsey at Climate17.