Critical Environment Operations Manager
Microsoft· Data Center Operations Management
Sydneyon-sitePosted 4mo ago
About the role
Microsoft MCIO role overseeing core infrastructure and foundational technologies across Microsoft’s datacenters, leading mechanical, electrical, and control system operations to maximize availability, efficiency, and safety.
Responsibilities
- Empower a culture of safety, security, and compliance in all aspects of our Datacenter operations
- Lead a team of Mechanical, Electrical and Control System professionals supporting Microsoft's online services
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment in our Datacenters
- Maximize Critical Environment (CE) availability to ensure optimal operational efficiency
- Reduce high-impact and human-error Critical Environment (CE) incidents year over year
- Deliver on cost/energy efficiency initiatives
- Ensure routine reporting to effectively manage and analyze our Power/Temperature/Relative Humidity, and SLA monitoring
- Establish and enhance strong working relationships and engagement with our Engineering Groups (EGs), and business partners
- Work with regional and global peers to share and build best practices across the entire datacenter portfolio
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent AND 5+ years experience of mission-critical service management (e.g., providing IT services, manufacturing, warehouse, retail, military, or managing physical operations in an IT and/or critical environment infrastructure)
- 3+ years experience in leading a diverse, technical team
Skills
Required:Mission-critical service managementTechnical leadership
Last updated Jun 25, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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