Internship - Assistant Facility Engineer (AFE)

Sourceo Pte Ltd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 10,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking an Internship - Assistant Facility Engineer (AFE) to join our global data center operations team in Malaysia. You will assist in monitoring MEP systems, support routine checks, and learn safety and operational procedures under experienced engineers.

This role offers hands-on exposure to critical infrastructure, vendor coordination, and data analysis, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement projects within a growing data center group.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in engineering related to facilities.
• Interest in data center operations and critical engineering systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving mindset.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and basic operation of MEP systems within the data center.
• Support routine checks of mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and security systems.
• Learn and follow safety policies, procedures, and best practices under supervision.
• Support shift teams with daily operational activities and handover documentation.
• Observe 24/7 operations and assist with coordination tasks as assigned.
• Assist with planning and tracking activities related to resources and workflows.
• Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance activities under supervision.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during maintenance or minor upgrades.
• Collect maintenance data, log issues, and track work orders.
• Learn basic troubleshooting techniques and assist in issue resolution.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering

Job description

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Internship - Assistant Facility Engineer (AFE)

Join DayOne - Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we've built a robust presence across Asia and Europe - and we're just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we're looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne's next chapter.

Critical Systems Support

• Assist in the monitoring and basic operation of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems within the data center
• Support routine checks of mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and security systems to ensure normal operation
• Learn and follow established safety policies, procedures, and best practices under supervision

Operations & Team Support

• Support shift teams with daily operational activities and handover documentation
• Observe 24/7 operations and assist with coordination tasks as assigned
• Help with simple planning and tracking activities related to resources and workflows

Maintenance & Engineering Exposure

• Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance activities under the guidance of engineers and technicians
• Support coordination with vendors and contractors during maintenance or minor upgrade works
• Help collect maintenance data, log issues, and track work orders
• Learn basic troubleshooting techniques and assist in issue resolution under supervision

Safety & Compliance

• Support compliance with building codes, environmental, health & safety requirements
• Assist in maintaining documentation, permits, and records for audits and inspections
• Participate in safety briefings, drills, and training sessions

Technical & Analytical Support

• Assist in evaluating facility systems and operational performance
• Help gather, organize, and analyse operational data and reports
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies or improvement opportunities

Learning & Development

• Gain hands-on exposure to data centre critical infrastructure and facilities management
• Learn industry best practices, standards, and operational procedures
• Support the Mechanical Engineering Manager and Critical Services Manager on assigned projects and initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services Engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in data center operations, facilities, or critical engineering systems
• Basic understanding of engineering principles (MEP preferred)
• Good analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving mindset
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn, take instructions, and work in a team-based environment

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.