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サイトオペレーションズディレクター/ Site Operations Director

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A global data centre infrastructure company is seeking a Director, Site Operations. The selected candidate will lead site operations, manage engineering teams, ensure operational excellence, and drive performance across data centre facilities.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage operations and engineering functions to ensure safe and effective operation of machinery and building systems
  • Ensure best-in-class customer experience and operational excellence
  • Lead, manage, coach, and develop site operations and engineering teams
  • Foster a team-oriented environment through positive feedback and engagement
  • Manage resources to achieve customer satisfaction, infrastructure reliability, budget, and KPI targets
  • Collaborate with EHS to implement workplace safety strategies
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and operational best practices
  • Support customer opportunities including tender inputs, calls, and site visits
  • Develop and manage operations budget, capital expenditure, and operating expenses
  • Define team performance goals and ensure delivery against targets
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to team members
  • Produce reports, data, and metrics aligned with company requirements
  • Develop data-driven strategies to optimise operational processes and systems
  • Drive innovation, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain ISO accreditations through audit and compliance activities
  • Act as a senior business representative in Japan

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in engineering, business or related field
  • Experience in data centre or critical infrastructure industries
  • Experience and knowledge of physical security in critical environments
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and building automation systems
  • Ability and willingness to travel

Preferred requirements:

  • More than 10 years of experience in facility or plant engineering and maintenance supervision
  • More than 10 years of experience in direct managerial roles
  • Experience in data centre or critical infrastructure industries
  • Experience and knowledge of physical security in critical environments

About the Company:

A global provider of data centre solutions delivering high-performance infrastructure and operational excellence. The organisation is recognised for its strong international presence and commitment to reliability, innovation, and customer-centric services.

Keywords:

データセンター運用, 設備管理, インフラエンジニアリング, サイトオペレーション, KPI管理, 予算管理, チームマネジメント, 安全管理, 継続的改善, クリティカルインフラ, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: XSJMNI

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: General Management / Representative Director / CEO

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥30,000,000 - ¥35,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: XSJMNI-52113976

Date posted: 16 April 2026

Consultant: Izuki Mizuno