Data Center Operations Lead - Uptime & Safety

CBRE Excellerate; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

CBRE Excellerate is seeking an Operations Manager for our Data Center to ensure seamless, uninterrupted operation of critical engineering systems such as power, cooling, and network infrastructure. You will lead a team of technicians and align all activities with SLAs and regulatory standards to maintain uptime and reliability.

You will implement preventive maintenance, drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet evolving business needs in a

Qualifikationen

• 3–5 years' proven experience in data center operations and maintenance.
• Trade certification or equivalent qualification in HVAC/electrical/mechanical.
• Driver’s License (required).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage, motivate and develop a team.

Aufgaben

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the data center facility, ensuring efficient and uninterrupted operation of critical engineering systems.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to optimize system performance and minimize downtime.
• Lead and manage a team of technicians, providing training, guidance, and support.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and corrective actions to ensure system reliability.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of critical systems, identifying potential issues and proactively addressing them.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships, ensuring SLAs are met.
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders, providing updates on system performance and addressing concerns.
• Monitor and manage risk, including safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Prepare and manage budgets related to data center operations and maintenance.

Kenntnisse

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Leadership

Budgeting

IT literacy

SLA compliance

Safety regulations

Vendor management

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Trade certification

Tools

MS Office

BAS (Building Automation Systems)

Jobbeschreibung

CBRE Excellerate is seeking an Operations Manager for our Data Center to ensure seamless, uninterrupted operation of critical engineering systems such as power, cooling, and network infrastructure. You will lead a team of technicians and align all activities with SLAs and regulatory standards to maintain uptime and reliability.

You will implement preventive maintenance, drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet evolving business needs in a