Data Center Lead Engineer / BO 33KV (Johor)

CBRE; Johor; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE in Malaysia seeks a Data Centre Engineer to operate, inspect, and maintain M&E equipment across facilities, ensuring safety and minimizing downtime through proactive testing and scheduled maintenance.

The role requires strong M&E knowledge, a valid electrician license, and BO Chargeman certification (33kV preferred). Expect collaboration with vendors and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Background M&E & FM knowledge.
• BO Chargeman certification considered a strong asset (33kV).
• HS Diploma or GED with 7+ years licensed electrician experience; apprenticeship preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and compliance with local electrical codes.
• Strong written and verbal communication; organization and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned inspections and supervise staff and contractors.
• Deal with incidents, breakdowns and repairs.
• Provide 24/7 emergency support and first response.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and routine property inspections.
• Plan preventive and corrective maintenance and monitor service quality.
• Supervise contractors to meet scope and SOP terms.
• Attend technical calls and ensure smooth daily M&E operations.

Skills

M&E knowledge

BO Chargeman 33kV

Licensed electrician

Driver's license

Communication skills

Financial literacy

Education

HS Diploma or GED + 7 years electrician experience

Formal electrical apprenticeship

Tools

DDC

EMS

Job description

Operates, inspects, and maintains mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facilities to achieve most efficient results. Assures that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner. Minimizes down time through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance

Key tasks:

• Carry out planned inspections, quality control, and supervision of employees, sub-Contractors and other services.
• Deal with incidents, complaints, breakdowns and repairs.
• Act as a Competent Person in providing engineering and technical assessment towards to troubleshooting, identifying the appropriate causes, review and implement the appropriate solutions to be executed by the Sub-Contractors and other service providers.
• Provide 24 hour emergency support. Function as the initial first response to emergency situation and be familiar and trained in the appropriate process and procedures.
• Carry out routine inspections on the property with standard checklist, identify any defects or irregularities and follow up with tenant on necessary repair/ reinstatement /regularization. Timely renewal of licences and certificates, submission of service reports by tenants.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance and corrective work.
• Supervise term contractors or service providers of both subcontractors of the FMC and term contractors & adhoc contractors to ensure that works are carry out satisfactory and in accordance to stipulated scope of work, and terms and conditions, SOP.
• Attend to calls relating to technical matters.
• Ensure safety rules and guidelines are followed.
• Conduct regular inspection to ensure smooth daily operation of all M&E equipments within the property with standard checklist and record necessary reading as per required by EC.
• Any other works required as per EC requirement for a B0 Chargeman registered to the said property.
• Perform any other work necessary for effective operation of the Property or as directed by the SO.

Purpose of the role:

Operates, inspects, and maintains mechanical and electrical equipment in assigned facilities to achieve most efficient results. Assures that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner. Minimizes down time through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance

Key tasks:

• Carry out planned inspections, quality control, and supervision of employees, sub-Contractors and other services.
• Deal with incidents, complaints, breakdowns and repairs.
• Act as a Competent Person in providing engineering and technical assessment towards to troubleshooting, identifying the appropriate causes, review and implement the appropriate solutions to be executed by the Sub-Contractors and other service providers.
• Provide 24 hour emergency support. Function as the initial first response to emergency situation and be familiar and trained in the appropriate process and procedures.
• Carry out routine inspections on the property with standard checklist, identify any defects or irregularities and follow up with tenant on necessary repair/ reinstatement /regularization. Timely renewal of licences and certificates, submission of service reports by tenants.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance and corrective work.
• Supervise term contractors or service providers of both subcontractors of the FMC and term contractors & adhoc contractors to ensure that works are carry out satisfactory and in accordance to stipulated scope of work, and terms and conditions, SOP.
• Attend to calls relating to technical matters.
• Ensure safety rules and guidelines are followed.
• Conduct regular inspection to ensure smooth daily operation of all M&E equipments within the property with standard checklist and record necessary reading as per required by EC.
• Any other works required as per EC requirement for a B0 Chargeman registered to the said property.
• Perform any other work necessary for effective operation of the Property or as directed by the SO.

To be eligible for the role:

• Background M&E & FM knowledge
• BO Chargeman certified 33KV preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus a minimum of seven years experience as a licensed electrician. Completion a formal apprenticeship program preferred. Prior experience with DDC and EMS preferred.
• Valid driver's license required. Master Electrician license as dictated by local electrical codes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles and to understand operating budgets. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.

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CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with a global lead in leasing, sales, property management, outsourcing, and valuation. We also operate major subsidiaries including Trammell Crow Company (development), CBRE Investment Management, Industrious (flexible workplaces), and Turner & Townsend (project/program management). With over 140,000 employees in 100+ countries, CBRE is a Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized for leadership, ethics, sustainability, and diversity.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE) is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with a global lead in leasing, sales, property management, outsourcing, and valuation. We also operate major subsidiaries including Trammell Crow Company (development), CBRE Investment Management, Industrious (flexible workplaces), and Turner & Townsend (project/program management). With over 140,000 employees in 100+ countries, CBRE is a Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized for leadership, ethics, sustainability, and diversity.

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