Data Centre Engineering Facility Manager DCC Communities

Amazon; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 440,000 - 588,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud service provider is looking for a Data Center Facility Manager in Abu Dhabi to ensure the operations and maintenance of critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and relevant management experience in data centers. You will lead engineering teams, oversee vendor partnerships, and manage projects to guarantee the highest standards of service availability. Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems is essential.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Employee mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Relevant management experience in data centers is necessary.
• Deep knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee infrastructure build-out for facilities.
• Manage engineers and ensure service availability.
• Perform financial analysis for decision-making.
• Negotiate contracts and audit service level agreements.
• Coordinate with IT to optimize safety and efficiency.

Skills

Management experience

Knowledge of critical facility systems

Vendor management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure, including data centers and supporting equipment. We support servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling to ensure continuous access to innovation for our customers. We work on challenging problems with many variables affecting supply chain and are seeking talented individuals to join our team.

You will join a diverse team of engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. Your collaboration will help us uphold the highest standards of safety and security, providing extensive capacity at low cost, within an inclusive culture that encourages bold ideas and ownership.

As a Data Center Facility Manager, your responsibilities include:

• Engineering operations and maintenance across the Amazon availability zone.
• Leading a team of engineers responsible for 100% availability of mechanical and electrical services.
• Risk management, mitigation, and maintenance of critical infrastructure.
• Vendor management and metrics reporting.

Key job responsibilities:

• Oversee build-out of facility-specific infrastructure.
• Manage onsite technicians, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring adherence to AWS practices.
• Ensure systems' availability and conduct financial analysis for decision-making.
• Develop and lead engineering teams, ensuring high performance.
• Negotiate contracts, define, and audit SLAs.
• Manage projects across multiple sites.
• Make business decisions based on departmental understanding.
• Coordinate with IT and business leaders to optimize safety, capacity, and efficiency.
• Operate and manage critical systems such as switchgear, generators, UPS, and power distribution equipment.

About the team:

We value diverse experiences and encourage candidates from varied backgrounds to apply, even if they do not meet all preferred qualifications.

Why AWS:

We are the world's most comprehensive cloud platform, trusted by startups to Fortune 500 companies, pioneering cloud computing and continuous innovation.

Our culture:

We foster an inclusive environment through employee-led affinity groups, ongoing learning, and events focused on diversity and inclusion.

Career growth and work/life balance:

We promote mentorship, knowledge sharing, and flexibility to support your professional and personal development.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Relevant management experience in data centers or mission-critical environments.
• Deep knowledge of critical facility systems, including electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Experience managing vendor partnerships and working in data centers.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in related fields. We support accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.