Facility Lead, Data Centres, Malaysia (Johor)

Macdonald & Company; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center operator in APAC seeks a Facility Lead to oversee data center operations in Johor. This pivotal role involves managing compliance with ISO standards, driving operational efficiency, and overseeing health and safety initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or IT with over 5 years of experience in a similar role. The position offers a competitive salary and career development opportunities in a fast-growing organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Work on critical infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in data center operations.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards (ISO27001 required, others preferred).
• Excellent planning and document control skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with ISO certifications.
• Manage health and safety programs across the site.
• Control operations budgets and financial processes.
• Lead planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

Engineering or IT knowledge

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of ISO standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or degree in Engineering or IT

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Facility Lead, Data Centres, Malaysia (Johor)

Job Summary

Facility Lead – Data Center Operations

Our client, a leading data center operator in APAC, is seeking a Facility Lead to oversee the operations and maintenance of their advanced data center in Johor. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and safety across the facility.

About the Role

The Facility Lead will manage day-to-day operations, lead preventive maintenance programs, and ensure adherence to ISO standards and health and safety requirements. You will act as the primary point of contact for security, IT asset management, and environmental audits, while driving continuous improvement in facility processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance with ISO certifications and information security standards
• Manage health and safety programs and training across the site
• Coordinate environmental sustainability initiatives and audits
• Supervise IT procurement, licensing, and asset lifecycle management
• Control operations budgets, billing, and financial processes
• Lead planned preventative maintenance and manage CAFM systems
• Act as point of contact for physical security and vendor coordination
• Prepare reports, analyze data, and recommend process improvements
• Support CSR projects and internal/external training schedules

Key Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Engineering or IT
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in data center operations
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards (ISO27001 is a must, ISO45001, ISO14001 are better to have); SOC 2 Type 2 is an advantage
• Understanding of EHS requirements and IT security/networking
• Excellent organizational, planning, and document control skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAFM systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a fast-growing data center operator in APAC
• Work on critical infrastructure projects with global standards
• Competitive salary and career development opportunities

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion for this interesting opportunity.