Data Center Operations Director

PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

PT Michael Page Internasional Indonesia is seeking an Operations Director to drive strategic initiatives for its expanding digital infrastructure services. The ideal candidate will lead operational functions, manage capital projects, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This pivotal role offers significant growth opportunities within a dynamic workplace, making it suitable for highly experienced professionals in the telecommunications and data center sectors.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Innovative workplace culture

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations.
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure and regulatory environment in Indonesia.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational functions including data center management.
• Lead significant capital projects and infrastructure enhancements.
• Recruit and mentor a senior operations team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

As Operations Director, you will be a vital strategic partner to the CEO. This role is instrumental in developing and implementing the operational framework required to support the company's dynamic expansion, suitable for a leader who possesses a strong balance of strategic insight and meticulous operational oversight, ensuring the company's advanced infrastructure operates with maximum efficiency, reliability, and the highest security standards.

We are currently representing a rapidly expanding digital infrastructure service provider in Asia.

Description

• Oversee and enhance all operational functions, including comprehensive data center management, facility operations, network resilience, and the delivery of superior customer service, to ensure optimal performance and competitive advantage.
• Lead the planning and execution of significant capital projects, infrastructure enhancements, and new facility expansions, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery that supports our aggressive growth targets.
• Drive seamless collaboration across various departments (e.g., engineering, sales, customer engagement) to ensure operational objectives are fully aligned with overall business strategy and evolving customer requirements.
• Recruit, mentor, and empower a senior operations team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous professional development.
• Establish and rigorously monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational efficiency, elevate customer satisfaction, and proactively identify and implement strategies to mitigate operational risks.
• Ensure strict adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, industry certifications, and corporate policies, with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental responsibility, and maintaining high operational standards.
• Lead strategic vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and procurement initiatives to optimize cost-efficiency and ensure the highest quality of service and supply chain resilience.
• Collaborate closely with the finance department to develop and manage operational budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term strategic plans.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

Profile

• A seasoned professional with a bachelor's degree in engineering with 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, with a proven track record within the data center, telecommunications, or technology infrastructure sectors, particularly in rapidly expanding organizations.
• Demonstrated success in scaling operational teams and processes to support significant business expansion and increased demand.
• Possess a strong understanding of modern data center infrastructure, industry certifications, and the regulatory environment in Indonesia.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects and complex operational budgets.
• Fluent in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., project management, operational excellence methodologies) are a significant advantage.

Job Offer

• A pivotal leadership role within a market-leading organization at the forefront of digital infrastructure development in Indonesia.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a dynamic, innovative, and supportive workplace culture.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Oswin Ersyanda on [phone]

Human Resources & Recruitment 51-100 employees

Michael Page International is a leading professional recruitment consultancy specialising in the recruitment of permanent, contract and temporary positions on behalf of the world’s top employers. The Group operates through 155 offices in 35 countries worldwide. We have operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas and focus on recruiting for the following sectors:

Accounting

Banking

Engineering & Manufacturing

Healthcare and Life Sciences

Human Resources

IT & T

Legal

Marketing

Procurement & Supply Chain

Property & Construction

Secretarial & Office Support

Michael Page International is a leading professional recruitment consultancy specialising in the recruitment of permanent, contract and temporary positions on behalf of the world’s top employers. The Group operates through 155 offices in 35 countries worldwide. We have operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas and focus on recruiting for the following sectors: