Senior Lead Data Center

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Data Center Facilities Manager in Abu Dhabi to oversee operations focused on maximizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role requires at least 7 years of experience in mission-critical environments, including 3 years in a supervisory position. Strong leadership and extensive knowledge of data center systems are essential to provide effective management and support essential operations. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering and CFM certification are desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of DC facilities experience in mission critical environments.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Solid decision-making ability in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of facilities.
• Provide leadership to local Data Center Facilities teams.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Participate in all Change Management processes.

Skills

Management and leadership skills

Data Center critical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Decision-making in fast-paced environments

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

CFM (Certified Facilities Manager)

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance, repair, installation and operation of the facilities as it pertains to electrical systems, mechanical systems, capacity planning, project management, new buildouts, and all other aspects of data center facility operation.

Provide leadership to the local Data Center Facilities teams with a broad set of responsibilities; manage tactical and strategic activities with focus on continuous service improvement.

Operate and maintain Bank’s Data Centers to assure 100% uptime to internal and external customers.

Ensure that FAB Data Centres comply with all local, state, and federal health, safety and regulatory requirements.

Operate Data Centre equipment to obtain maximum effectiveness and efficiency (safety, cost, equipment longevity, and reliability).

Participate in all Change Management processes including risk assessment and procedural development and review.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent degree
• CFM (Certified Facilities Manager) or equivalent facilities management certification are desired

Minimum Experience & Skills

• Supporting banks and other financial institutions, federal agencies
• Minimum 7 years of DC facilities experience in mission critical environments with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Data Center critical systems, including diesel generators, UPS systems, fuel systems, switchgear, power distribution equipment, chillers, computer room air handlers, fire detection/suppression and building monitoring systems
• Must have the ability to make solid business decisions in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Must display confidence in critical situations
• Team player with excellent consultative and communication skills and the proven ability to work effectively with internal and external clients, vendors and consultants