Technical Operations Manager - Data Center

About the Role

We are seeking a senior technical leader specialized in mission-critical data center operations to join a globally recognized provider of sustainable digital infrastructure. This high-level managerial position, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involves overseeing the operation framework, asset performance, and governance across an expanding worldwide portfolio of data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce standardized operational procedures and maintenance strategies to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 uptime across high-availability facilities.
• Lead strategic asset management aligned with ISO 55001, including OPEX and CAPEX budgeting, cost evaluation, and prioritization of lifecycle investments.
• Manage risk and reliability by supervising incident response, change controls, root cause analysis, and corrective actions within mission-critical environments.
• Serve as the primary business owner for operations technology platforms such as CMMS, DCIM, and analytics reporting tools, driving their adoption and optimization.
• Promote continuous improvements in operational efficiency, energy consumption, and safety compliance to secure client trust and drive sustainable business practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Technical Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering, technical operations, or asset management in mission-critical, 24/7 high-availability settings.
• More than 7 years of senior leadership experience managing technical governance, operational standards, and capability across multiple sites or substantial portfolios.
• Demonstrated expertise in specifying requirements and leading enterprise adoption of CMMS, DCIM, and operational analytics platforms.
• Extensive hands-on knowledge in operational risk management, incident and change control, as well as multi-site financial management including CAPEX and OPEX budgets.

Preferred Certifications

• Uptime Institute Certifications such as AOS, AOP, ATS, or internationally recognized equivalents.
• Data Center specific credentials including CDFOM, CDFOS, CDCP, CDCS, or DCOS Lead Implementer/Auditor qualifications.
• Asset management and reliability certifications like CMRP, IAM, or formal training in ISO 55001 asset management standards.

Compensation and Location

This full-time, permanent role offers a monthly salary between 40,000 and 50,000 SAR, supplemented by a competitive bonus and a relocation package. The position is based onsite in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia within the digital infrastructure sector focusing on hyperscale and sustainable data centers.