Data Centre Operations Manager

Job Purpose:

• To plan, organize and control the activities of the large scale computing facility and manage the daily operations data centre of the Electricity Unit.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Manage and develop subordinates.
• Implement and manage Change Control processes and systems.
• Manage and oversee the design, build and maintenance of computing facilities.
• Manage and control projects for the Facilities Section.
• Research, implement and adopt appropriate industry adopted methodologies, best practices, procedures and standards for data centre and facilities management.
• Ensure the security of computer systems, data and facilities.
• Provide input for the ICT Strategy for eThekwini Electricity.
• Plan the activities of the Facilities Section.

Competencies:

• Business Communication
• Organisational Awareness
• Negotiation
• Information Strategy
• Technical Strategy & Planning
• Business Change Management
• Operations
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Action & Outcome Orientation
• Impact & Influence
• Direction Setting
• Coaching & Mentoring

Essential Requirements:

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) field.
• Advanced Information Technology Security certificate.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 4 years relevant experience of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level

Preferred Requirements:

• Degree (NQF Level 7) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) field.
• 5 years relevant experience of which 3 years must be at a supervisory level.