Facilities Manager (Data Centre in Kulai, JB)

Cushman & Wakefield; Kulai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Facilities Manager for its data centre in Kulai, Johor. The candidate will be responsible for the safe and reliable operation of facilities supporting 24/7 operations. This role includes managing day-to-day operations, overseeing critical systems, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in a critical environment. Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in a similar role within a data centre or critical environment.
• Comfortable working in a 24/7, mission-critical setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of data centre facilities.
• Oversee critical systems such as power, cooling, and fire systems.
• Plan and manage preventive and reactive maintenance.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Incident response management

Preventive maintenance planning

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title

Facilities Manager (Data Centre in Kulai, JB)

Role Summary

Responsible for the safe, reliable operation of data centre facilities and critical infrastructure, supporting 24/7 operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of data centre facilities
• Oversee critical systems (power, cooling, UPS, generators, fire systems)
• Plan and manage preventive and reactive maintenance
• Supervise contractors and service providers
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and outages as required
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Maintain operational logs, reports, and documentation
• Support 24/7 operational availability of the data centre
• Provide out-of-hours support for incidents, maintenance, and emergencies

Requirements

• Degree holder in engineering field
• 5 years or more experience in a similar role within a data centre or critical environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Comfortable working in a 24/7, mission-critical setting