Senior Electrician - Data Centre (UP TO £100k)

Hamilton Barnes ?; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the data centre sector is seeking a Mid-Senior level Operations Manager to oversee infrastructure management and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in telecoms and IT infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence and compliance with industry standards. You will lead a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and engage with stakeholders to support business development. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in telecoms, IT infrastructure, and data centre operations.
• Strong knowledge of data centre electrical and mechanical systems.
• Proven leadership managing multi-site critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of data centres and infrastructure.
• Implement robust operational processes aligned with best practices.
• Develop and audit security programs for compliance and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Compliance

Operational Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Uptime Institute Accredited Operations Specialist

EAL Certificate in Electrical Installation Compliance

City & Guilds BS7671 – Latest Edition

Tools

ISO 27001

ISO 9001

ISO 45001

ISO 14001

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Operations

• Lead the end-to-end operational management of data centres and supporting infrastructure.
• Drive strategic planning, design, and implementation of capacity and resiliency initiatives to meet current and future business needs.
• Partner with Managed Services, Networks, and IT teams to ensure alignment with contractual SLAs and uptime expectations.
• Implement and continuously improve robust operational processes aligned with industry best practices and standards.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing infrastructure operations team, ensuring 24/7 coverage and continuous skills growth.
• Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that supports innovation and personal development.
• Lead recruitment, performance reviews, and succession planning activities.

Infrastructure Management

• Oversee all preventative and corrective maintenance across multiple critical sites.
• Ensure all sites and services are efficiently maintained, with timely remediation of issues.
• Administer third-party service agreements (generators, UPS, batteries, etc.) ensuring service levels are met.
• Drive continuous improvement in infrastructure reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance.

Governance, Compliance & Security

• Develop, implement, and audit security programs including emergency response, crisis management, physical security, and incident handling.
• Ensure full compliance with local legislation, ISO standards, and health, safety, environmental regulations.
• Embed security, patch management, and access controls into daily operations.
• Maintain and evolve business continuity and disaster recovery plans for infrastructure operations.

Customer, Partner & Commercial Engagement

• Support business development by providing technical input on off-island hosting and managed network opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, and government bodies.
• Represent the Data Centre function in cross-functional project teams to ensure seamless delivery of new services and initiatives.
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets effectively, ensuring efficient use of resources across suppliers, contracts, and internal teams.
• Conduct investment analysis and provide strategic recommendations for infrastructure improvements and partnerships.

Required Experience & Skills

• 15+ years’ experience in telecoms, IT infrastructure, and data centre M&E operations, design, and buildouts.
• Proven leadership experience managing multi-site critical infrastructure and high-availability environments.
• Strong knowledge of data centre electrical and mechanical systems, ITIL processes, and facilities management.
• Experience with ISO standards (27001, 9001, 45001, 14001), and Tier III design principles.
• Familiarity with BMS, firewalls, access systems, and energy-efficient technologies.
• Understanding of cooling, airflow, and sustainability in data centre environments.
• Working knowledge of local (Isle of Man/UK) regulatory and building compliance.

Essential Certifications

• Uptime Institute Accredited Operations Specialist
• EAL Certificate in Electrical Installation Compliance
• City & Guilds BS7671 – Latest Edition

Desirable Certifications

• PRINCE2
• ISO 45001 Internal Auditor
• Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) qualifications

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Management, and Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, IT System Testing and Evaluation, and Engineering Services

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