Data Center Operations Site Lead – Bilingual (EN/FR)

About the role

The Data Center Operations Site Lead will oversee the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of critical electrical, mechanical, and control infrastructure in a Google data center in Belgium. This bilingual position supports client relationships across the region and drives efficiency and reliability of mission‑critical facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a technical team responsible for power, HVAC, generators, UPS, and electrical distribution systems.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair piping, non‑critical electrical and mechanical components.
• Read blueprints and schematics, conduct system tours, and assess equipment condition.
• Develop and implement cost‑reduction initiatives while improving overall data‑center efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.
• Manage performance issues and outages to minimize downtime.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years managing technical teams in electrical, mechanical, and controls infrastructure.
• 5+ years experience developing and managing managers.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross‑functional business units.

Required skills

• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• HVAC systems
• UPS and generator systems
• Electrical distribution
• Control and monitoring systems
• Blueprint and schematic interpretation

What we offer

• Competitive salary €150,000‑€154,000 per year plus 20% bonus target.
• Equity participation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work on world‑class data‑center infrastructure.
• Dynamic environment within Google’s AI and Infrastructure team.