Regional Data Centre Ops Lead – Hyper-scale & Commissioning

Global Certification & Verification Group

Greater London

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Global Certification & Verification Group seeks a Regional Operations Manager to lead commissioning and technical operations for data-centre projects across Europe. You will provide technical authority and oversee site-based teams, ensuring delivery meets contractual, technical, and client requirements.

The role requires frequent travel to Europe, with flexibility to be based in Europe and travel around the EU as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services, or related engineering discipline.
Postgraduate qualification in Engineering or Project / Operations Management is desirable.
Formal training or certification in data centre or mission-critical commissioning, project management, and health & safety is desirable.
Strong technical knowledge of mission-critical data centre systems, including electrical power, mechanical cooling, controls, and integrated systems.
Proven experience leading data centre commissioning activities, including Level 1-5 commissioning and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
Knowledge of relevant data centre standards and frameworks (e.g. Tier concepts, EN 50600, TIA-942).

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership, direction, and oversight to all site-based commissioning and operations teams within the region.
Act as the senior technical authority for commissioning activities on assigned projects.
Set and enforce technical standards, methodologies, and best practices across all sites.
Lead by example through active participation in technical discussions, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
Support site teams in resolving complex commissioning, integration, and performance issues.
Work closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders to define project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
Develop, monitor, and maintain regional delivery plans, schedules, and resource forecasts.
Ensure projects are delivered in line with contractual, technical, and commercial requirements.
Oversee progress, risks, and constraints, implementing corrective actions where required.
Ensure consistency of execution and reporting across all projects in the region.
Ensure that all commissioning activities comply with company procedures, industry standards, and client requirements.
Review, approve, and contribute to technical documentation, including test procedures, commissioning plans, reports, and handover documentation.
Ensure technical risks are identified, managed, and mitigated.
Support audits, quality reviews, and lessons-learned activities across the region.
Act as a senior technical and operational point of contact for clients within the region.
Understand client technical requirements and ensure they are incorporated into project delivery.
Provide clear, accurate, and timely communication on progress, risks, and technical matters.
Manage client expectations and contribute to maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
Support the resolution of client issues and escalation of major concerns.
Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and commissioning best practices.
Drive improvements in tools, processes, and methodologies across the region.
Support the development and refinement of company technical and operational standards
Ensure that all operations are carried out in compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies.
Promote a strong safety culture across all sites.
Ensure that risks are assessed and controlled before and during all site activities.