Data Centre Specialist - BMS Services Technician

Schneider Electric; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully maintained company vehicle

On-call allowance

Technical training & development

Global career opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Data Center Specialist - BMS Services Technician to join the NSW Services team, supporting critical Data Centre environments across Australia. You will maintain, optimize and improve BMS/EPMS systems, collaborate with facilities teams, and act as a trusted technical advisor to deliver high-availability operations.

You’ll work across live data centre sites, with strong focus on safety, change control and customer outcomes, while leveraging Schneider Electric’s

Qualifications

• Electrical, Mechanical HVAC, Controls, Instrumentation, or related technical/trade qualifications.
• Experience with Building Management Systems, building automation, controls, instrumentation, HVAC, or related technologies.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability.
• Knowledge of networking hardware and IT infrastructure, including switches, routers, and communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and troubleshooting BMS and EPMS systems.
• Programming, commissioning and modifying control strategies within EcoStruxure Building Operation environments.
• Supporting integration and monitoring of critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling systems, UPS, generators, switchboards).
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation and change records to Data Centre standards.
• Investigating alarms and faults to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Participating in on-call rotations and safety/compliance processes.

Skills

BMS expertise

EPMS

Electrical skills

Mechanical HVAC

Troubleshooting

IT networking

Customer facing

Safety & compliance

Education

Technical/trade qualifications

Tools

EcoStruxure Building Operation

PME/EPMS

SCADA

PLC programming

Job description

The Opportunity

At Schneider Electric, our Digital Energy business is at the forefront of supporting some of Australia's most critical Data Centre environments. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Data Center Specialist - BMS Services Technician to join our NSW Services team, working across a portfolio of premium Data Centre customers.

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will act as a trusted technical advisor within mission-critical environments where system uptime, operational resilience and compliance are paramount. This highly visible customer-facing role will involve supporting Building Management Systems, Energy Power Management Systems (EPMS), electrical and mechanical plant, and critical infrastructure controls to ensure the reliable operation of some of Australia's most advanced Data Centre facilities.

This position is ideal for professionals with a strong background in Data Centre/mission-critical operations, commissioning, engineering, service delivery or critical facility management who are passionate about technology, automation and delivering exceptional outcomes in high-availability environments.

The Role

No two days are the same. As a Data Center Specialist - BMS Services Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance, optimisation and continuous improvement of critical control and monitoring systems across Schneider Electric's premier Data Centre customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining and troubleshooting Building Management Systems (BMS) and Energy Power Management Systems (EPMS).
• Programming, commissioning and modifying control strategies within Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation environments.
• Supporting integration and monitoring of critical mechanical and electrical infrastructure, including chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling systems, UPS systems, generators, switchboards and power distribution systems.
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, change management records, operational procedures and commissioning reports in accordance with Data Centre standards and customer requirements.
• Investigating alarms, faults and system abnormalities to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Supporting planned maintenance, incident response activities and critical facility operational procedures.
• Assisting with system upgrades, expansions, testing and commissioning activities within live critical environments.
• Identifying opportunities to improve reliability, resiliency, operational performance and energy efficiency.
• Building trusted relationships with Data Centre operators, facilities teams and stakeholders while acting as a technical advisor.
• Delivering work safely and within strict operational, compliance and change control processes.
• Participating in a rotating on-call roster supporting critical customer environments.

About You

We're looking for a technically capable and customer-focused professional who enjoys solving complex problems and making a genuine impact for clients.

• Electrical, Mechanical HVAC, Controls, Instrumentation, or related technical/trade qualifications.
• Experience working with Building Management Systems, building automation, controls, instrumentation, HVAC, or related technologies.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability.
• Knowledge of networking hardware and IT infrastructure, including switches, routers, and communication protocols.
• Strong communication and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Applicants with the following experience will be highly regarded:

• Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Building Operation
• EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert (PME) or EPMS solutions.
• PLC programming and industrial automation systems.
• SCADA platforms and critical infrastructure monitoring.
• Critical mechanical cooling infrastructure.
• Electrical distribution networks, protection systems and power quality monitoring.
• Data Centre operations, commissioning or critical facilities management.
• Exposure to Data Centre operational standards, maintenance methodologies and structured change management processes.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys working directly with customers and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

This role involves working across active customer sites and critical infrastructure environments. Applicants should be comfortable performing a range of field-based activities, including:

• Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment and replacement components.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces and around electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to stand, kneel, crouch and work in operational environments for extended periods.
• Ability to safely access plantrooms, roof spaces, risers and other building services areas.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to wear and utilise personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Ability to comply with customer site safety requirements, permits, isolations and critical-environment operating procedures.

Why Schneider Electric?

As a global leader in sustainability, energy management, and automation, Schneider Electric offers more than just a job—we offer meaningful careers with opportunities to grow locally and internationally.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary package.
• Fully maintained company vehicle, fuel card, and tolls provided.
• Overtime payments, on-call allowance, and quoting incentive.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Global Family Leave provisions.
• Employee Share Program with company contributions and discounted shares.
• Salary continuance insurance.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Discounts through our employee rewards program, including Clipsal, JB Hi-Fi, Hoyts, and more.
• Continuous product and technical training.
• Access to our global Career Hub, including international projects, mentorships, and career development opportunities.
• Exposure to world-leading sustainability and automation technologies.
• Access to global expertise, support, and resources.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and supportive team culture.
• Modern Macquarie Park office facilities, including onsite gym access.

We're proud to be a great place to work and are constantly striving to be even better.

Next Steps

If you're an experienced BMS professional looking for your next challenge and want to work for a company that's leading the future of intelligent buildings, energy efficiency and sustainability, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of these rights during the recruitment process. As this role supports critical infrastructure and secure customer environments, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance. A security clearance assessment will form part of the onboarding process.

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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

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