Operations Manager

About DayOne Data Centers

DayOne Data Centers is a Singapore-headquartered global digital infrastructure platform that develops and operates next-generation data centers across Asia Pacific and Europe. Trusted by leading hyperscalers and businesses, the company engineers, builds, and operates high-capacity, AI-ready campuses with speed, scale, and reliability.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of multiple data centres within the cluster, ensuring all systems and infrastructure function optimally, and achieve 100% uptime and compliance with customers' SLAs.
• Implement and maintain operational policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure data centre efficiency and reliability.
• Manage incident response, troubleshooting, and resolution to minimize downtime and service disruptions.
• Measure operational metrics, analyse data and identify risks.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of operations and technical staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with shift teams to ensure seamless 24/7 coverage and effective handovers between shifts.
• Conduct regular training sessions and performance evaluations to enhance team capabilities and productivity.

• Plan and oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring all equipment and systems are serviced according to manufacturer and company standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance and upgrade projects, ensuring minimal impact on operations.

• Ensure all data centre operations comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and records to support compliance audits and certifications.
• Ensure compliance with site-held accreditations, including, but not limited to ISMS, SOC2, and PCI DSS.

• Collaborate with the customer support team to provide “smart hands” services for retail customers, ensuring prompt and professional service delivery.
• Address customer queries and issues related to data centre operations, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Support the Zone Director in developing and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance data centre performance and support business growth.
• Participate in budget planning and cost management activities to ensure operational efficiency and financial performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Fluent in English.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in data centre operations, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of data centre infrastructure, including power, cooling, and network systems.
• Proven experience in managing technical teams and 24/7 operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex operational challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Certifications such as CDCP, CDCS, or similar are highly desirable.

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.