Data Centre and Exchange Specialist

CelcomDigi; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

CelcomDigi is looking for a skilled individual to manage Mechanical & Electrical Standards, ensuring the implementation of network facilities projects. The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, emphasizing project management, innovative solutions, and solid problem-solving capabilities. Join us as we advance Malaysia's digital landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in telecommunications or related field.
• Strong experience in capacity planning and forecasting.
• Familiarity with industry standards and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams within the Network division.
• Implement strategies for CAPEX and OPEX reduction.
• Design site stability and participate in procurement processes.

Skills

Project management

Capacity planning

Problem solving

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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CelcomDigi Berhad (Registration No. 199701009694 (425190-X)) is Malaysia's widest and fastest network with more than 20 million users on our network. Officially established on 30th November 2022, we aim to serve the growing digital needs of our customers by leveraging our newly combined widest network footprint, distribution touchpoints, innovative range of digital products and services, and superior customer experience powered by over 4,000 top industry experts. We have clearly defined ambitions to advance the nation, inspire Malaysian society, and be a leader in inclusion and responsible business practices.

Development, establishment and optimization of Mechanical & Electrical Standards, Guidelines and Technical Specifications of Telecommunications and IT related network/service facilities and infrastructures. Ensure the successful implementation of all network facilities projects to meet the current Operational year as well as design efficiency to strive for compay growth projection, cost savings, system reliability and robustness that will eventually support the revenue of other company/divisional and/or departmental KPIs and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Focal coordination within Network division and liaison with affiliated departments and sections on matters pertaining
• Involves cross functional & advice to Network Planning & Rollout, Operations, Field Force, Managed Services Provider and others (Technology, Strategy and Development).
• To participate in projects that lead to operational efficiency to strive for continuous CAPEX and OPEX reduction through infra-exchange, AC consumption reduce/efficiency and facility design optimization. Collaboration with internal customers and Procurement through vendor negotiation:
• CAPEX and OPEX saving site strategy & design without compromise the safety and quality;
• Design & Process Efficiency to achieve shorter turn-around time to RFS (build cycle improvement);
• Instill the System Stability, Business Continuity Planning (BCP)/Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) in the site design (during the upgrade or new installation) for system robustness
• Participate (or Joint effort) with Procurement and Technology counterpart on RFP/Q process to strive for cost effective or reduction Contract or Frame Agreement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, with a minimum of 5 years' experience
• Strong experience in capacity planning and forecasting for scalable data centre infrastructure.
• Demonstrated project management skills in executing data centre expansions, relocations, and equipment installations.
• Familiarity with industry standards, vendor management, and staying updated with industry trends in data centre facility planning.
• Someone who is revolutionized, innovative and analytical in problem solving. Result-process oriented and have past involvement in cost reduction and design efficiency projects.
• Exposure in technical standards development (guidelines and specifications), consultancy exposure/practice and strategic paper write-up.
• Distinctive character, self motivated, possesses positive attitude and a dynamic team player. Proactive, hands on and patient
• Good interpersonal skills and, interact and communicate easily and effectively at all levels in the organization.

Next Steps

Thank you for taking the first step towards joining our team at CelcomDigi! After submitting your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV and reach out to shortlisted candidates to guide you through the next steps, including a pre-screening conversation, interviews and or assessments.

At CelcomDigi, we aspire to be Malaysia's leading telco-tech company — the nation's digital growth engine — powering transformation through 5G, AI, and innovation that impacts over 20 million customers. Here, your role goes beyond work. It's about enabling businesses to thrive, connecting communities, and advancing society, as we build a brand rooted in trust, reliability and customer excellence. Aligned with our employer value proposition, Grow with Purpose. Build with Trust, you'll have the opportunity to innovate responsibly and create digital solutions that truly make a difference. If you're driven, future focused, and ready to be part of something bigger, we want you on our team.

Let's advance and inspire Malaysia together! #WeAreCelcomDigi

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CelcomDigi is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to promote employment practices that are transparent, objective and fair.

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CelcomDigi is Malaysia’s largest mobile network operator with more than 20.4 million users on its network. The company aims to serve the growing digital needs of its customers by leveraging its newly combined widest network footprint, distribution touchpoints, innovative range of digital products and services, and superior customer experience powered by over 3,800 top industry experts. The company has clearly defined ambitions to advance the nation, inspire Malaysian society, and be a leader in inclusion and ESG practices.

CelcomDigi is Malaysia’s largest mobile network operator with more than 20.4 million users on its network. The company aims to serve the growing digital needs of its customers by leveraging its newly combined widest network footprint, distribution touchpoints, innovative range of digital products and services, and superior customer experience powered by over 3,800 top industry experts. The company has clearly defined ambitions to advance the nation, inspire Malaysian society, and be a leader in inclusion and ESG practices.

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