DC Campus Director

DayOne; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 400,000,000 - 640,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking a senior leader to guide global data centre operations from its Jakarta-based campus. You will drive strategic initiatives, manage performance across clusters, and partner with finance to align capital plans with growth objectives.

The role requires extensive experience in data centre operations, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering uptime and SLA adherence for large, multi-site environments. Excellent communication with clients and executives is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in data centre operations, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, multi-cluster data centre operations.
• Strong understanding of data centre technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, including interaction with C-level executives and key clients.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in local languages is a plus.
• Advanced certifications such as CDCE, CTDC, or similar are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement campus-wide strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to set and achieve performance targets.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across the campus.
• Oversee campus performance, uptime, and SLA compliance.
• Manage multiple cluster leaders to ensure cohesive operations.
• Implement and maintain campus-wide policies and best practices.
• Oversee large-scale maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
• Develop and manage the campus operating budget and cost optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with finance to forecast capital expenditure for growth.
• Act as the primary escalation point for major customer issues.
• Build strong client relationships and support growth initiatives with sales teams.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (ISMS, SOC2, PCI DSS) and robust risk management.
• Manage vendor relationships and cross-functional collaboration with IT, Security, and Facilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

C-level communication

Data centre knowledge

English proficiency

CDCE CTDC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement campus-wide strategies aligned with DayOne’s business objectives and growth plans
• Collaborate with the SE Asia Operations Director to set and achieve campus performance targets
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives across the campus

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the overall performance of the campus, ensuring 100% uptime and compliance with customer SLAs
• Manage multiple Cluster Operations Managers, ensuring cohesive operations across all clusters
• Implement and maintain campus-wide policies, procedures, and best practices
• Oversee large-scale maintenance projects and infrastructure upgrades

Financial Management

• Develop and manage the campus operating budget
• Identify and implement cost optimization strategies without compromising service quality
• Collaborate with finance teams to forecast capital expenditure needs for campus growth and upgrades

Customer Relationship Management

• Act as the primary escalation point for major customer issues
• Foster strong relationships with key clients, understanding their evolving needs and ensuring high satisfaction levels
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to support campus growth initiatives

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Cluster Operations Managers and support staff
• Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning across the campus
• Ensure effective succession planning and talent development within the campus organization

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure campus-wide compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and certifications (e.g., ISMS, SOC2, PCI DSS)
• Oversee the implementation of robust risk management strategies across all clusters
• Maintain relationships with local authorities and regulatory bodies

Vendor and Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with key vendors and service providers at the campus level
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including IT, Security, and Facilities teams to ensure integrated operations

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in data centre operations, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, multi-cluster data centre operations
• Strong understanding of data centre technologies, industry trends, and best practices
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate large teams
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with C-level executives and key clients
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Fluent in English; proficiency in local languages is a plus
• Advanced certifications such as CDCE, CTDC, or similar are highly desirable

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond.

Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business.

With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub.

As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.