IT Operations Manager (Datacentre)
Pearson Whiffin IT & Digital
- Industry Type
- IT
- Functional Area
- IT Project Management Industry IT
- Nationality
- Any
- Keywords
- Project Management Leadership Team Coordination Contractor Management Technical Specialist Coordination Customer Relationship Management
Job Description
The IT Operations Manager (Datacentre) at Pearson Whiffin IT & Digital in London leads daily operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to high standards. The role involves leading teams, coordinating contractors and specialists, and working closely with customers.
- Position
- IT Operations Manager (Datacentre)
- Company
- Pearson Whiffin IT & Digital
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Industry
- IT
- Experience
- 1 to 20 years
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operational performance.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to high standards.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinate contractors and technical specialists.
- Work closely with customers.
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About the role: IT Operations Manager (Datacentre)
General information about this type of role, not from the employer. The employer's actual requirements may differ, so always check the job details above.
An IT Operations Manager in a datacentre oversees the daily operations and maintenance of data centre facilities and IT infrastructure. They ensure systems run smoothly, manage technical teams, and coordinate with other departments to support business needs. These professionals typically work in large companies, data centres, or IT service providers.
What this role usually involves
- Manage and monitor data centre operations to ensure high availability and performance.
- Coordinate maintenance and upgrades of hardware and software systems.
- Lead and supervise technical teams responsible for infrastructure support.
- Develop and implement operational policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with security and safety standards within the data centre.
- Collaborate with other departments to support IT projects and resolve issues.
Skills employers usually look for
- Strong knowledge of data centre infrastructure and IT systems.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Understanding of network, server, and storage technologies.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Usual qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Certifications related to IT infrastructure or data centre management are advantageous.
- Experience with IT service management frameworks is beneficial.
- Continuous learning to keep up with evolving technologies.
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