Sustainability Lead – Data Centre Relocation/Upgrade

amber labs; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Job description

Sustainability Lead – Data Centre Relocation/Upgrade

British Passport holders only

12 Month FTC, salary based

Remote, adhoc travel when required

The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Sustainability Lead with a strong background in data centre relocation or upgrades to drive environmental and sustainability initiatives for mission-critical infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in sustainability frameworks, carbon footprint reduction, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance within data centre environments. You will work closely with technical teams, facility managers, and stakeholders to ensure that sustainability best practices are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Sustainability Strategy & Compliance

• Develop and implement a sustainability roadmap for data centre relocation or upgrade projects.
• Ensure adherence to global and local sustainability regulations (e.g., ISO 14001, LEED, BREEAM, EU Taxonomy, TCFD).
• Conduct carbon footprint assessments and propose strategies for carbon neutrality and energy efficiency.
• Drive compliance with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks and corporate sustainability goals.

Data Centre Relocation/Upgrade Sustainability Initiatives

• Identify energy-efficient solutions (e.g., liquid cooling, renewable energy integration, smart grid technologies) to optimise power usage effectiveness (PUE).
• Work with IT and facility teams to minimise e-waste and promote circular economy principles in hardware decommissioning and disposal.
• Assess water consumption and cooling efficiency to implement sustainable cooling strategies.
• Engage with vendors and suppliers to ensure sustainable procurement of IT infrastructure and construction materials.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Collaborate with senior leadership, engineers, architects, and vendors to align sustainability objectives.
• Develop KPIs and sustainability metrics for reporting on energy savings, emissions reductions, and overall environmental impact.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and sustainability auditors.
• Educate teams on green IT best practices and sustainable operations within data centre environments.

Key Requirements:

Essential Experience

• Proven experience as a Sustainability Lead/Sustainability Manager in data centre relocation or upgrade projects.
• Strong knowledge of data centre sustainability best practices, including energy efficiency, waste management, and renewable energy integration.
• Familiarity with DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) tools and energy monitoring systems.
• Experience working with ISO 50001 (Energy Management Systems), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems), and ESG reporting frameworks.
• Strong background in carbon footprint analysis, lifecycle assessment, and emissions reduction strategies.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• Certifications such as LEED AP, BREEAM Assessor, CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) experience.
• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data centre sustainability projects.
• Familiarity with cloud sustainability strategies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Green Initiatives).
• Strong project management skills with experience in stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in sustainable IT procurement and e-waste management.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
• Participate in a generous employee referral program.
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

This role at Amber Labs is a 12 Month FTC position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.