Data Operations Manager

Genesis Energy NZ; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Southern Cross medical insurance

Life, trauma and income protection ins

Electricity and gas discounts

KiwiSaver employer match

Flexible working options

Wellbeing allowance

Best Doctors access

Career development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Genesis Energy NZ is seeking an experienced Data Operations Manager to lead our enterprise data and AI platforms. You will drive reliability, performance and platform roadmaps while guiding technical teams and strategic partners.

You’ll champion governance, incident handling and ITIL-aligned operations, translating business needs into clear priorities and investments across Databricks and Power BI ecosystems.

Qualifikationen

• Proven leadership of data/AI platforms and teams.
• Strong governance, incident management and ITIL familiarity.
• Ability to translate business needs into platform priorities.

Aufgaben

• Lead operation and continuous improvement of enterprise data and AI platforms.
• Ensure reliability, availability and performance across Databricks and Power BI.
• Define and deliver platform roadmaps for modernisation and scalability.
• Lead service governance and incident management aligned with ITIL.
• Build and develop high-performing technical teams and partnerships.
• Translate stakeholder needs into operational priorities and investments.

Kenntnisse

Leadership experience

Data/AI operations

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Communication

Tools

Databricks

Power BI

Azure data technologies

Jobbeschreibung

At Genesis, we’re always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what’s next, whether it’s through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you’re driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.

What you’ll do:

Help shape the future of data and AI at Genesis. As our Data Operations Manager, you’ll lead the teams, platforms and partnerships that keep our enterprise data and AI ecosystem reliable, secure and performing at its best. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines operational excellence with strategic platform thinking as Genesis accelerates its data modernisation and AI adoption journey.

• Lead the operation and continuous improvement of our enterprise data and AI platforms across the Databricks ecosystem.
• Champion reliability, availability and performance across Databricks, Power BI, DataOps and MLOps.
• Define and deliver platform strategies and roadmaps that support modernisation, scalability and future capability.
• Lead service governance, incident management and escalation, aligned with ITIL practices.
• Build and lead high-performing technical teams, creating a culture of ownership, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Databricks, Microsoft and other strategic delivery partners to achieve outstanding service outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, translating business needs into clear operational priorities and platform investments.

What you’ll bring

You’re an experienced Tech and people leader who knows what it takes to operate business-critical data and AI platforms and how to keep evolving them. You combine sound technical judgement with strong service leadership and can bring internal teams, stakeholders and strategic partners together around a shared direction.

You’ll also bring:

• Leadership experience within Data and AI Operations, Data and AI Platforms, Data and AI Engineering support or a closely related function.
• Strong knowledge of Azure data technologies, particularly Databricks and Power BI.
• Experience developing and delivering platform roadmaps and operational strategies.
• A strong understanding of ITIL, service management, incident management and operational governance.
• A proven ability to lead and develop technical teams.
• Strong commercial and relationship-management skills, with experience managing vendors and strategic partners.
• The ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.

How we’ll help you thrive:

At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it’s not just about the mahi today, it’s also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include:

• Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
• Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
• Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
• Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
• Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
• Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.

Ready to join us?

Everyone’s journey is different.

At Genesis, we understand that everyone has unique needs and experiences. We’re committed to creating a recruitment process that is fair, accessible, and inclusive for all. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to participate fully in our hiring process, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way.