Job Description
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Base pay range
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A$280,******/yr - A$350,******/yr
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About the Role:
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A global organisation is seeking a General Manager, Operations | Data Centres to drive operational excellence and strategic growth within its expanding Data Centre portfolio. This is a mission-critical role responsible for ensuring high performance, security, and sustainability while supporting the company's ambitious growth plans in the Data Centre sector which include 'Owner/Operate model'.
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With increasing demand for high-availability, resilient, and energy-efficient Data Centre infrastructure, this role is vital in scaling operations, enhancing service delivery, and maintaining industry-leading uptime standards.
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What's in it for you:
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Senior, Key leadership to take accountability for the entire Data Centre Operations.
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Work for a global company who have an industry leading reputation and work with some of the most influential companies in the world today as close clients.
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Dictate the success of the clients exciting entry into the Hyperscale, Owner/Operate Data Centre model.
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Work with one of the best senior leadership management teams within the industry who have over 70 years tenure within the clients business between only 4 people - Execute experts!!
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Key Responsibilities:
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Strategic Leadership & Growth
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Develop and execute a long-term strategy for Data Centre operations, aligning with business expansion goals.
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Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, including Data Centre managers, engineers, and operational support staff across multiple locations.
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Drive capacity planning, expansion projects, and infrastructure upgrades to meet evolving market demands.
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Operational Excellence & Critical Systems Management
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Oversee the end-to-end operations of multiple hyperscale Data Centres.
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Implement best practices for power, cooling, networking, and security to maintain world-class reliability.
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Standardise Data Centre operational processes across all locations to drive efficiency and consistency.
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Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maximised ROI.
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Lead vendor and contract management, ensuring optimal service levels and strategic partnerships.
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Ensure full compliance with industry regulations and standards, including ISO *****, Uptime Institute certifications, and local regulatory requirements.
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Sustainability & Innovation
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Lead sustainability initiatives, promoting green Data Centre practices and driving carbon footprint reduction.
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Advocate for the adoption of next-generation cooling and power solutions, enhancing efficiency and reducing operational costs.
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Stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, automation, and edge computing to ensure competitive advantage.
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Qualifications & Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
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10+ years of experience in large-scale Data Centre operations, with proven leadership in managing mission-critical environments.
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Expertise in high-density computing environments, hybrid cloud solutions, and colocation services.
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Deep understanding of critical infrastructure systems, including UPS, generators, and HVAC.
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Apply Now:
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If you're a dynamic leader ready to take on a mission-critical role in a fast-growing Data Centre environment, we'd love to hear from you! Get in touch for a confidential discussion on
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Seniority level
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Mid-Senior level
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Employment type
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Full time
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Job function
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Management, Design, and Engineering
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Industries
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Operations Consulting
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📌 General Manager Operations | Data Centres (New South Wales)
🏢 APAC FM
📍 New South Wales