Hyperscale Data Centre Site Lead - Go-Live Readiness

Horizontal Talent; Johor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizontal Talent is seeking a Data Centre Site Lead for a new hyperscale data centre in Johor, Malaysia, to transition from construction to live operations. This on-site, permanent role reports to Asset Owner and collaborates with the Operating Partner to ensure readiness and service delivery.

You will oversee day-to-day facility operations, manage vendors, uphold SLAs, and drive safety and governance. The role requires 8–10 years in data centre environments and a strong background in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Facilities Engineering or related field.
• 8–10 years in data centre operations or similar.
• Experience with hyperscale, enterprise, or colocation facilities.
• Knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems, UPS, generators, cooling systems, BMS/DCIM.

Responsibilities

• Represent Asset Owner onsite during transition from construction to operations.
• Oversee Operating Partner for day-to-day facility operations.
• Monitor SLA performance and compliance with standards.
• Review incidents, maintenance, RCA for operational excellence.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and stakeholders for smooth operations.
• Support readiness activities before Go-Live.
• Monitor vendor performance and contractual commitments.
• Identify risks and propose reliability improvements.
• Ensure safety, regulatory, and governance compliance.

Skills

Data Centre Operations

Vendor Management

Stakeholder Management

Maintenance & RCA

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Electrical Systems

BMS/DCIM

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Facilities Engineering

Related discipline

Tools

MV/LV Electrical Systems

UPS & Backup Power Systems

Generators

Cooling Systems (CRAH/CRAC, Chillers)

BMS/DCIM platforms

Job description

Horizontal Talent is seeking a Data Centre Site Lead for a new hyperscale data centre in Johor, Malaysia, to transition from construction to live operations. This on-site, permanent role reports to Asset Owner and collaborates with the Operating Partner to ensure readiness and service delivery.

You will oversee day-to-day facility operations, manage vendors, uphold SLAs, and drive safety and governance. The role requires 8–10 years in data centre environments and a strong background in