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IREN's vertically\nintegrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected\nland and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada.\nThe Senior Operations Manager plays a critical leadership role at the heart of a large-scale data center campus leading skilled, multi-disciplinary teams across electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and facilities trades, while partnering closely with engineering, construction, and trusted contractors to deliver uptime and operational excellence - all within a culture that values safety, accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.\nWith 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way - responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in. \nResponsibilities\nLead and model a zero-compromise safety culture across all operations and contractor activities, ensuring compliance with site and regulatory requirements including OSHA 1910.269, NFPA 70E, LOTO, energized work controls, and permitting processes.\nEnforce and continuously improve safe work practices such as job briefings and pre-task planning, switching orders and LOTO verification, arc-flash and shock boundary compliance, and contractor safety onboarding, audits, and field coaching.\nMaintain operational excellence across critical infrastructure systems including high-voltage substations and distribution (e.g., 138kV/345kV, transformers, breakers, ring-bus systems), UPS systems, generators, ATS/STS, switchgear, power monitoring, and mechanical/HVAC systems including cooling plants and advanced or liquid-to-chip cooling.\nSupport site reliability by ensuring systems operate within design limits, alarm response standards, and maintenance expectations, and by leading coordinated responses to abnormal events such as alarms, equipment trips, and system failures with calm urgency and sound decision-making.\nOwn site maintenance performance and execution quality, including preventive maintenance planning and verification, corrective maintenance prioritization and closeout, work order quality and documentation standards, and field readiness and verification audits.\nLead, develop, and support a multi-trade operations workforce providing 24/7 coverage by setting clear expectations, reinforcing accountability, delivering consistent coaching, and managing performance.\nFoster a professional operations culture grounded in respect, integrity, teamwork, and high standards of execution.\nManage relationships with key contractors and service partners by defining scope, coordinating schedules, enforcing safety and quality standards, reviewing proposals and quotes, and validating completed work.\nPartner with Engineering and Construction teams to support energization, commissioning, cutovers, and expansion milestones while ensuring operational readiness through validation of documentation.\nMaintain accurate operational documentation and field controls, including switching procedures, LOTO plans, permits, authorization workflows, underground utility coordination and excavation permitting (as applicable), equipment logs, oil/DGA sampling, and incident follow-ups.\nThe duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified, expanded, or reassigned as necessary to meet business needs.\nRequirements\nHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.\nMinimum 8 years of experience in critical infrastructure operations (data centers, substations, industrial power, manufacturing, or similar environments).\nMinimum 5 years of leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary operations teams in a mission-critical data center or critical infrastructure environment supporting 24/7 operations and uptime expectations.\nStrong understanding of electrical safety practices, including LOTO and energized work controls.\nAbility to plan and execute complex work in a high-risk, uptime-critical environment.\nStrong communication skills with the ability to lead in the field and provide clear executive-level updates.\nProven experience supporting MV/HV power systems (switchgear, breakers, transformers, substations) and coordinating switching, cutovers, and energization activities preferred.\nDemonstrated expertise in NFPA 70E, LOTO control, and high-risk work planning with working knowledge of OSHA requirements preferred.\nExperience driving high-quality PM/CM programs, backlog management, work order verification, and asset reliability improvements using a CMMS preferred.\nWorking knowledge of BMS, EPMS, SCADA, or DCIM monitoring platforms, including alarm response workflows and performance trending preferred.\nOther important requirements:\nPre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing, may be required per company policy.\nWork performed in outdoor substations and energized electrical environments.\nMust provide own steel-toed work boots; all other required PPE will be supplied.\nAbility to walk job sites, climb ladders and stairs, and perform field inspections and oversight.\nMust be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or relocate prior to start.\nMust be comfortable working a rotational schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.\nMust be able to respond during off-hours for emergency events.\nEmployees working night shifts receive a 15% shift premium for hours worked during night shifts.\nBenefits\nAt IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success.\nCompensation\nThe expected base salary for this role starts at $174,00.00 USD.Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.\n\nTotal Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive). \nRelocation or Living-out-allowance / per diem (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances)\nHealth & Wellness\n100% company paid health insurance premiums(medical, dental, and vision)for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents\nCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance\nVoluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan\nEmployee Assistance Program and wellness resources\nRetirement & Financial Wealth\n401(k) retirement plan with company match\nAccess to financial planning and legal services\nTime Off & Leave Programs\nPaid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays\nGrowth & Development\nInternal skills training and advancement pathways \nProfessional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training \nCommunity & Culture\nCompany events and team-building activities\nWe value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need! IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. 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