Data Center Shift Lead – Electrical/Mechanical

Bridge Data Centres Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Ulu Tiram; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Data Centres Malaysia Sdn Bhd, backed by Bain Capital, is a Southeast Asia-based hyperscale data infrastructure builder delivering build-to-suit, colocation, and scalable solutions across APAC. The role leads daily operations and maintenance of critical systems to ensure optimal performance with minimal client disruption.

The ideal candidate has a Professional Engineering Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical, minimum 3 years in building management for data centers, and hands-on knowledge

Qualifications

• Proficient in English for all communications.
• Knowledge of building safety, emergency evacuation and environment protection laws.
• PE Diploma with min 3 years relevant work in building management for data centers; other certificates are a plus.
• Electrical switching certificate/license preferred.
• Hands-on with HVAC, standby power, UPS, generators, fire protection, and life-safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations and maintenance tasks on assigned shifts to ensure optimal performance of critical systems with minimal client disruption.
• Perform and oversee troubleshooting, repairs, service requests, and follow-up inspections to maintain uninterrupted facility operations.
• Operate, maintain, and inspect critical infrastructure systems including HVAC, CRAC, UPS, batteries, PDUs, generators, BMS, fire protection, life safety, and digital security systems.
• Ensure compliance with Change Control Processes and standard operating procedures.
• Supervise vendor maintenance work, verify adherence to work methods, and elevate anomalies to Lead Engineer for resolution.
• Oversee and execute change management activities, including LOTO procedures and system modifications.
• Monitor fire alarm and safety systems, including enable/disable functions as necessary.
• Provide technical guidance and training to shift engineers.

Skills

English fluency

Engineering Diploma

Data center experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

Professional Engineering Diploma (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Bridge Data Centres Malaysia Sdn Bhd, backed by Bain Capital, is a Southeast Asia-based hyperscale data infrastructure builder delivering build-to-suit, colocation, and scalable solutions across APAC. The role leads daily operations and maintenance of critical systems to ensure optimal performance with minimal client disruption.

The ideal candidate has a Professional Engineering Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical, minimum 3 years in building management for data centers, and hands-on knowledge