Data Centre Manager - UK Power Networks, Ipswich
Shape the Future of Critical Infrastructure
Are you an experienced Data Centre professional ready to lead the operational and strategic direction of mission critical infrastructure? UK Power Networks (UKPN), serving 28% of the UK's homes and businesses, is seeking a dynamic Data Centre Manager to join our Ipswich office and drive operational excellence across our OT data centres in London and the South East.
In this permanent, newly created position, you'll be the central point of accountability for our data centres, ensuring seamless collaboration between Operational Technology, IT, facilities management, and security teams. You'll have the opportunity to shape and implement our reviewed data centre strategy, raise standards towards Tier 4 classification, and embed sustainability and Net Zero principles in everything you do. With the support of the UKPN technology team, you'll influence how our data centre estate evolves, introducing new ideas and automation to keep us future-ready.
We offer a competitive salary of up to £70,000 plus a 7.5% bonus and a host of benefits, including 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), enhanced reservist leave, generous pension contributions, and tax-efficient schemes for travel, tech, and green cars. Enjoy discounted gym membership, occupational health support, and flexible blended working (3 days office, 2 remote) after probation. You'll lead a small team, guide strategic and operational delivery, own supplier relationships, and play a pivotal role in business continuity and risk management.
Lead and embed a new data centre strategy and operating model
Oversee capability, capacity, and operational delivery across multiple data centres
Drive supplier management, incident response, and governance
Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainability
Mentor and develop your team, and advocate the value of data centres across UKPNIf you have 8+ years' experience in data centre management within large IT/OT environments, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and expertise in data centre infrastructure, operations, and security, we want to hear from you! Apply by 06/02/2026 and help us set new standards in operational technology. For more information or to apply, visit UK Power Networks careers.
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