Facilities Manager - Data Centre Operations

Westpac Bank; Ryde; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mortgage discounts

Flexible work

Learning & development

Community volunteering

Job summary

Westpac Bank is seeking a dedicated electrical/HVAC tradesperson to join our 24x7 operations team in a critical tier 3 data centre. The role requires hands-on operation of Diesel Generators, DRUPS, BMS, UPS, and other systems with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

You will manage site operations to avoid downtime, supervise contractors, and perform complex switching with strict lockout/tagout procedures. Data centre experience and excellent fault-finding are essential.

Qualifications

• Australian and NZ electrical or HVAC trade qualifications required.
• Excellent fault-finding ability.
• Data centre or critical environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage site operations to prevent unplanned downtime of critical building services.
• Operate and monitor all building systems and plant.
• Onsite contractor management including inductions, SWMS reviews and compliance.
• Carry out complex switching operations and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Carry out load reviews and report on performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and statutory obligations.

Skills

Electrical trade

HVAC systems

Fault finding

Communication

Team player

Work at heights

Education

Electrical or HVAC trade qualifications (Aus/NZ)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This is a 24 x 7 shift worker role working in a critical tier 3 data centre as part of an operations team that is dedicated to our clients’ success. This hands-on position requires an electrical or HVAC tradesperson who possesses excellent electrical & HVAC knowledge including a broad understanding of, and the ability to operate all building systems including, Diesel Generator, DRUPS, BDL, UPS, STS, BMS, Fire, Cooling Tower, Chiller, HVAC plant and numerous other systems.

The position is an average 38 hours over a 6-week roster, working in a very attractive rotating shift roster with an excellent remuneration package and team engagement. Reporting to the Operations Manager, some of your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Manage site operations to ensure no unplanned downtime of critical building services
• Monitoring & Operation of all building systems and plant
• Management of contractors onsite including inductions, permit issuing, SWMS reviews and ensuring compliance with qualifications, WHS, environmental and all other statutory obligations
• Carry out complex switching operations
• Isolation of equipment to create a safe work environment using strict lockout / tagout procedures
• Carry out load reviews
• Reporting functions
• Ensure building adheres to all statutory compliance

What do I need?

To be successful in the role, you must be customer focussed, self-motivated, have excellent communications skills, high attention to detail and adhere to strict process. You will also possess:

• Australian and/or New Zealand issued Electrical or HVAC trade qualifications
• Excellent fault-finding ability
• Abilities to work as a Team and Independently
• Ability to operate under pressure
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as well as the requirement to become qualified
• Data centre experience or working in critical environments
• A thorough knowledge, understanding of and adherence to safety systems and regulations
• Excellent computer skills & competence in Microsoft Office suite of products

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a market leader and a great, supportive team.

We’re obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return, we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that:

• Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates!
• Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave.
• Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank.
• Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives.

We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community.

We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities.

We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find more information and contact details on our FAQs and how to contact us page, under the ‘Diversity, sustainability and flexibility’ section.

We may close this job advertisement earlier than the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.