Energy Manager Italy

Data4 Group; Cornaredo; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

DATA4 Group is seeking an Energy Manager to develop and oversee strategies to optimize energy performance across our data center campuses in Europe. You will ensure regulatory compliance, including ISO 50001, and promote sustainable practices throughout operations.

Responsibilities include designing an Energy Efficiency Program, monitoring KPIs, coordinating audits, and collaborating with Finance and suppliers to optimize energy procurement and forecasting.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Energy or related field.
• Expertise in energy systems (electricity, HVAC, sustainability).
• Proven experience with ISO 50001 implementation and oversight.
• Proficiency in energy performance monitoring, compliance and reporting.
• Strong background in supplier management, energy procurement and financial analysis.
• Fluent in Italian and English.

Mansioni

• Design and implement the Energy Efficiency Program (EEP) and define KPIs.
• Monitor energy performance metrics (PUE, WUE, COP) and deliver monthly reports.
• Identify opportunities for energy savings and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead ISO 50001 implementation, audits and maintenance.
• Coordinate with Finance on energy procurement and cost forecasting.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on energy projects.
• Promote energy efficiency across teams through training and awareness.

Conoscenze

Energy systems expertise

ISO 50001 knowledge

Energy performance monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Procurement & finance analysis

Stakeholder management

Change management

Data center energy reporting

Italian & English fluency

Formazione

Master's degree in Energy

Descrizione del lavoro

DATA4'S MISSION

DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe.

DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions.

DATA4 VALUES

At DATA4, we are driven by our values. These are the core of everything we do - from the proactivity we show in delivering great outcomes for our clients, to the responsibility we show as a key contributor to the digital economy. Our three values are:

• To be entrepreneurial - we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility
• To always take responsibility - for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate
• To constantly be adaptable - our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next.

About The Role

The Energy Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies to optimize energy performance, ensure regulatory compliance (including ISO 50001), and promote sustainable practices across data center operations.

Responsibilities

Energy Performance Management

• Design and implement the Energy Efficiency Program (EEP) and define key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Monitor energy performance metrics (e.g., PUE, WUE, COP) and deliver detailed monthly reports by usage (IT load, cooling, UPS, etc.).
• Identify opportunities for energy savings and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize measurement systems and enhance granularity of energy usage data.

ISO 50001 Management

• Lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the ISO 50001 energy management system.
• Coordinate internal and external audits for ISO 50001 certification and maintenance.
• Collaborate with the Compliance team to integrate ISO 50001 requirements into operational processes.
• Train and raise awareness among teams on ISO 50001 and associated best practices.

Energy Procurement and Financial Oversight

• Contribute to energy purchasing strategies and analyze contracts in collaboration with Finance.
• Oversee customer energy billing and ensure accurate forecasting of energy costs.
• Anticipate energy needs based on site growth and capacity planning.

Regulatory Compliance and Monitoring

• Ensure adherence to current energy regulations.
• Establish an active monitoring system for legal and technical developments related to energy management.

Project Coordination and Collaboration

• Drive energy efficiency initiatives and coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Participate in AI-driven projects focused on energy performance and address client-specific energy requests.

Engagement and Training

• Promote energy efficiency and ISO 50001 principles across teams through training and awareness campaigns.
• Represent the organization externally by showcasing results and fostering innovation in energy management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Energy or a related field.
• Expertise in energy systems (electricity, HVAC, sustainability).
• Proven experience with the implementation and oversight of ISO 50001.
• Proficiency in energy performance monitoring, compliance, and reporting.
• Strong background in supplier management, energy procurement, and financial analysis.
• Effective communication and change management skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with expertise in KPIs and regulatory frameworks related to energy.
• Fluent in Italian and English