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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Shift Engineer performs scheduled inspections, BMS monitoring, preventive maintenance, vendor escorts, operational logging, alarm verification and first-line incident response within the data centre. The role maintains accurate records, monitors critical M&E and cooling systems, and supports safe and stable operations under the direction of the Shift Lead or Facilities Supervisor.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on M&E facilities experience, strong attention to detail and disciplined adherence to approved MOP, SOP, EOP, PTW, access-control and safety requirements.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

·        Complete inspections and records: Perform all scheduled routine inspections, record findings accurately, complete daily forms, update problem and defect records, maintain the Check & Confirm list, and file required records.

·        Monitor BMS and environment: Continuously monitor BMS, data hall temperature and humidity, and critical areas; record readings at the required frequency and immediately report abnormal trends.

·        Monitor critical plant: Check chilled-water supply temperature, condenser-water pumps, cooling towers, associated plant and required duty/standby configurations; report abnormal temperature, pressure, flow, vibration, noise, leakage, smell or behaviour.

·        Perform maintenance safely: Carry out assigned PPM within the approved schedule and in accordance with MOP, SOP, maintenance requirements, PTW, risk controls, PPE and authorised competency limits.

·        Support vendor and contractor work: Escort and monitor works through completion, enforce access and safety requirements, and confirm the area and systems are returned to normal condition.

·        Respond to alarms and incidents: Acknowledge BMS alarms, conduct physical verification, report failures and critical alarms through the MY01 Critical Lark group, and contact the approved standby number when additional support is required.

·        Maintain event and handover information: Create event logs from initial detection to closure, prepare complete shift handover reports, synchronise operational updates before shift end, and communicate outstanding matters clearly.

·        Enforce access control: Prevent unauthorised access to restricted or delivery areas, ensure critical doors are not left open or unattended, and report access concerns immediately.

·        Maintain facility condition: Keep plantrooms, data halls, electrical rooms and operational areas orderly; identify and report leaks, overheating, unusual noise, obstruction or other abnormal conditions.

·        Support recovery and instructions: Assist emergency response, troubleshooting, isolation, recovery and stabilisation under the direction of the Shift Lead or Facilities Supervisor and respond promptly to assigned operational requirements.

PEOPLE LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES

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Leads/Assigns/Delegates tasks to direct reports and manages a team

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Leads/Assigns/Delegates tasks to project team

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KEY SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

§  Hands-on understanding of critical M&E systems, BMS alarms, data hall environmental monitoring and cooling plant operation.

§  Ability to perform inspections, record readings, identify abnormalities and complete accurate operational documentation.

§  Working knowledge of PPM, MOP, SOP, EOP, PTW, PPE, access control and safe working requirements.

§  Practical troubleshooting, alarm verification, incident escalation and emergency response capability.

§  Good shift handover, electronic log, event log and defect tracking skills.

§  Clear communication, teamwork, discipline and attention to detail in a 24x7 critical environment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

§  2+ years of experience in data centre, critical facilities, building services or mission-critical M&E operations.

§  Relevant diploma, trade or technical qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services, Facilities Engineering or a related discipline.

§  Experience with BMS monitoring, routine inspections, PPM, vendor escorts and operational records is preferred.

§  Relevant safety, electrical, mechanical, data centre or emergency response certifications are advantageous.

§  Able to work shifts, support emergency activities and comply with site access, safety and operational procedures.