Data Centre Maintenance Engineer

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd; Sedenak; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd is seeking a Data Centre Maintenance Engineer to ensure reliable operation of critical infrastructure within a data centre during day shifts. The role requires hands-on technical expertise and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS, generators, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, PDUs, and BMS, conduct inspections, monitor alarms, and coordinate with vendors.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, or facilities engineering (HND, ONC, or equivalent)
• Minimum 2-3 years of maintenance experience in critical environments such as data centres, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, or similar 24/7 operations
• Demonstrated experience with UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems, and electrical distribution at medium voltage levels
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs
• Proficiency with building management systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Understanding of redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N) and data center tier classifications
• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure during critical situations
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following procedures
• Good communication skills for coordinating with operations teams, vendors, and stakeholders
• Flexibility to provide occasional out-of-hours support during emergencies or planned maintenance windows

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical data centre systems including UPS systems, generators, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, PDUs, power distribution systems, fire suppression systems, and building management systems (BMS)
• Conduct regular inspections, testing, and monitoring to ensure all systems operate within specified parameters
• Monitor and respond to alarms and alerts from building management systems
• Execute operational procedures including equipment start-up, shutdown, and changeover activities
• Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance activities, system readings, and incidents
• Support capacity planning by tracking infrastructure utilization and performance metrics
• Diagnose and resolve equipment failures and performance issues quickly to minimize impact on critical systems
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for specialized repairs and warranty work
• Participate in root cause analysis for incidents and implement corrective actions
• Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, and confined space entry protocols

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

CMMS experience

Read drawings & P&IDs

HVAC systems

Medium voltage distribution

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

HND/ONC or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

BMS familiarity

Job description

The Data Centre Maintenance Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and performance of critical infrastructure systems within a data centre facility during day shift hours. This role requires hands-on technical expertise and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain optimal operating conditions.

Key responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on critical data centre systems including UPS systems, generators, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, PDUs, power distribution systems, fire suppression systems, and building management systems (BMS)

Conduct regular inspections, testing, and monitoring to ensure all systems operate within specified parameters

Monitor and respond to alarms and alerts from building management systems

Execute operational procedures including equipment start-up, shutdown, and changeover activities

Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance activities, system readings, and incidents

Support capacity planning by tracking infrastructure utilization and performance metrics

Diagnose and resolve equipment failures and performance issues quickly to minimize impact on critical systems

Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for specialized repairs and warranty work

Participate in root cause analysis for incidents and implement corrective actions

Follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work permits, and confined space entry protocols

Requirements

Relevant technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, or facilities engineering (HND, ONC, or equivalent)

Minimum 2-3 years of maintenance experience in critical environments such as data centres, hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, or similar 24/7 operations

Demonstrated experience with UPS systems, generators, HVAC systems, and electrical distribution at medium voltage levels

Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs

Proficiency with building management systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Understanding of redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N) and data center tier classifications

Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to work under pressure during critical situations

Strong attention to detail and commitment to following procedures

Good communication skills for coordinating with operations teams, vendors, and stakeholders

Flexibility to provide occasional out-of-hours support during emergencies or planned maintenance windows