Site Operations Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a critical data centre facility in Southland.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing site operations, leading a technical team, maintaining 24/7 operational coverage and ensuring safety, reliability and compliance across the facility.

• →Lead and manage the site operations team, ensuring effective 24/7 operational coverage.
• →Oversee daily operations, maintenance activities, alarm response and incident management.
• →Ensure operational procedures, emergency response plans and safety requirements are followed.
• →Coordinate contractors, maintenance activities, commissioning and major projects.
• →Manage workforce planning, recruitment, training, development and succession planning.
• →Monitor operational performance, KPIs, risks and maintenance activities.
• →Build strong relationships with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• →Work closely with engineering, HSE, compliance and security teams to maintain operational standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or a relevant discipline.
• 10+ years' experience in mission-critical environments, with data centre experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience leading site operations and managing technical teams.
• Strong understanding of 24/7 operations, maintenance, incident management and emergency response.
• Knowledge of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication and decision-making skills.
• Must have valid New Zealand working rights.

Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, with more than 50,000 employees across 60 countries. We are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through collaboration, innovation and service excellence.