Head of Operational Excellence - Data Centres/ Critical Infrastructure
Location - Edinburgh, Gateshead or Maidenhead
Base pay range: Direct message the job poster from SaluteMyJob
What you’ll be doing
* Lead the development and delivery of standard operating procedures across our data centres
* Drive consistency, quality, and continuous improvement in operational performance
* Ensure full compliance and provide clear reporting for internal & external audits
* Train and support operational teams, ensuring procedures are understood and adopted
* Maintain & publish a live library of operational procedures and improvement updates
* Own data centre operational risks — embedding enhancements into processes
* Keep ahead of industry best practice and evolving compliance standards
About you
You bring a blend of leadership, process excellence, and operational discipline, with the ability to influence across teams and ensure high-quality, repeatable delivery.
* Proven leadership in operational standards & continuous improvements
* Experience in data centre operations or critical infrastructure environments
* Qualifications in engineering, IT, Ops or process improvement
* Strong understanding of compliance & regulatory frameworks
* High attention to detail, structured & methodical mindsetn
* Full UK driving licence
* Experience writing and embedding operational procedures
* Knowledge of ISO standards, including ISO9001, ISO27001, ISO14001, ISO50001
Why work for them?
You can expect variety and a challenging, fun working environment – where culture and well-being are as important as career development and training. The company offers extensive career progression opportunities and a friendly environment that many feel like family.
* Hybrid working model: two days a week from home
* Modern office space with open layout, a kitchen, and break-out areas
* Cycle to work scheme
* Unlimited learning content through Udemy
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* IT System Data Services
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