Non-Executive Director - Data Centres

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Non-Executive Director to guide the development of renewable energy-powered data centres. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in data centre operations with a strong understanding of sustainable practices and board-level leadership. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of efficient data centre assets in a high-growth sector.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the design, construction, or operation of Tier II–IV data centres.
• Previous NED, advisory, or C-suite experience.
• Understanding of renewable energy technologies.

Responsibilities

• Guide the development of a data centre portfolio aligning with business goals.
• Provide high-level input on data centre design and sustainability.
• Advise on governance frameworks and risk mitigation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Knowledge of renewable energy

Stakeholder engagement

Technical awareness of AI-driven systems

Education

Experience in infrastructure or technology organizations

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16.06.2025

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31.07.2025

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Job Description:

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.