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

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic leader to oversee the operational management of data centres and infrastructure. In this pivotal role, you will drive initiatives for capacity and resiliency while fostering a high-performance culture within your team. Your expertise in telecoms and IT infrastructure will be vital in ensuring compliance with industry standards and local regulations. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, where innovation and personal development are encouraged. If you are ready to lead and inspire, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in telecoms and IT infrastructure management.
• Strong leadership in high-availability environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of data centres and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with local legislation and ISO standards.

Skills

Telecoms experience

IT infrastructure management

Data centre M&E operations

Leadership

Facilities management

Knowledge of ISO standards

Energy efficiency technologies

Regulatory compliance

Education

Uptime Institute Accredited Operations Specialist

EAL Certificate in Electrical Installation Compliance

City & Guilds BS7671 – Latest Edition

Tools

BMS

Firewalls

Access systems

Job description

Client:

Location:

england, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

10

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

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