Maintenance Planner

DayOne; Johor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne is seeking a Maintenance Planner to oversee maintenance for data centre operations, aiming for 100% uptime. The role interfaces with engineers, technicians and vendors to schedule annual Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and respond to unplanned maintenance efficiently.

The candidate will manage asset information in CMMS, ensure compliance with safety standards, and support budget planning and cost management while maintaining data integrity and effective communication with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business administration or a related field is required.
• Proven experience in maintenance planning in critical environments or data centres.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders across teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate asset management, preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Create and maintain the 52 week maintenance plan.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations and document accordingly.
• Collaborate with engineers, vendors, and operations to minimize downtime during maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business administration

Tools

CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System)

Job description

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.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Critical Services Manager, the Maintenance Planner is responsible for overseeing all maintenance aspects of data centre operations to achieve 100% uptime and compliance with our customers.

This role involves working closely with a team of engineers, technicians, and third-party vendors to plan and manage the annual Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule.

Additionally, the Maintenance Planner must adjust plans as necessary to support unplanned emergency maintenance and break fix activities, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency in data centre operations..

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance and Upgrades:

• Plan and coordinate asset management services including asset management delivery planning, preventative and corrective maintenance activities planning, condition monitoring and lifecycle planning.
• Ensure all systems are serviced according to manufacturer and company standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for maintenance and upgrade projects, ensuring minimal impact on operations. Follow up on Change Management approval.
• Prepare and update the 52 week maintenance plan.
• Ensure data completeness in CMMS system, including maintenance reports, faults, asset information, spare parts etc.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and records to support compliance audits and certifications.

System Support:

• Utilise the CMMS system including records management and planning.
• Collaborate with other engineering and operations teams to ensure integrated and efficient system performance.

Strategic Initiatives:

• Support the Critical Services Manager in reporting requirements.
• Participate in budget planning and cost management activities to ensure operational efficiency and financial performance.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, business administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in maintenance planning, ideally in a critical environment or data centre.
• Strong experience in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems.
• Proven experience in managing technical teams and 24/7 operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex challenges.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Flexibility to manage changing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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