Regional Mechanical Operations Lead (Data Centers)

DayOne; Batam; On-site; IDR 500,000,000 - 750,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking a Regional Mechanical Operations Leader to drive mechanical programs across Southeast Asia data centers, ensuring consistent standards and uptime.

You will own liquid cooling readiness (CDUs, loops, leaks) and provide second-level technical support for chilled water systems and CRAC/CHW units.

You will develop regional maintenance playbooks, optimize energy use, and lead commissioning handovers and safety compliance, with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a mechanical/design field.
• 7–10 years of experience in mechanical engineering or facilities operations, preferably data centers.
• Experience leading regional programs across multiple sites is preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of chilled water plants, cooling towers, pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional mechanical operations across SEA data center sites with standardized standards.
• Own regional liquid cooling readiness including CDUs, secondary loops, and water quality management.
• Provide second-level technical support for complex mechanical issues (CHW systems, CRAH/CRAC, cooling towers).
• Drive preventive/predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, and action tracking.
• Develop and maintain regional mechanical operating standards and maintenance playbooks.
• Support commissioning and handover, ensuring operational readiness and maintainability.
• Monitor performance to improve energy efficiency, PUE, and cooling capacity.
• Coordinate with OEMs, service providers, and contractors to ensure safe execution.

Skills

Leadership

Data center operations

HVAC systems

Chilled water systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

BMS controls

Chilled water equipment

CRAH/CRAC units

Job description

DayOne is seeking a Regional Mechanical Operations Leader to drive mechanical programs across Southeast Asia data centers, ensuring consistent standards and uptime.

You will own liquid cooling readiness (CDUs, loops, leaks) and provide second-level technical support for chilled water systems and CRAC/CHW units.

You will develop regional maintenance playbooks, optimize energy use, and lead commissioning handovers and safety compliance, with travel across the region.