Data Centre Manager

Data Centre Manager – Newcastle

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Data Centre Manager to take the lead at a state-of-the-art, 2 x mission-critical facilities in Newcastle.

This leadership position offers the chance to oversee the day-to-day operation of a high-profile data centre, ensuring exceptional standards in operational performance, engineering coordination, health & safety, compliance, client engagement, and team development.

You will play a key role in maintaining 24/7 resilience, managing specialist service partners, driving sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives, and supporting the continued growth and success of the facility.

Working within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for delivering outstanding service to clients while fostering a culture of operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of data centre operations, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability.
• Manage engineering and facilities teams, contractors, and specialist vendors.
• Drive health, safety, compliance, and risk management programmes.
• Develop and implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business growth opportunities.
• Ensure operational readiness and resilience across critical infrastructure systems.

About You

• Proven experience managing operations within a live data centre or critical environment.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Excellent understanding of critical infrastructure, facilities management, and operational best practices.
• Commercially minded with outstanding client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Passionate about delivering operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression.
• Exposure to a high-profile, mission-critical environment.
• A collaborative and supportive culture with a strong focus on professional growth.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and forward-thinking customer service manager looking to make a significant impact within a growing and innovative sector.