Senior Electrical Chargeman (B0) – Data Centre

RecruitFirst; Sepang; On-site; MYR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitFirst seeks a Senior Electrical Chargeman (B0) for a growing data centre environment. The role ensures operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical electrical systems, including generators and UPS, with 24/7 coverage.

Ideal candidates have a Professional B0 chargeman certificate and 10+ years in electrical maintenance, with strong English communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold Professional B0 chargeman certificate.
• Minimum of 10 years of electrical maintenance experience.
• Experience in data centres or critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong command of English; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain electrical systems within the Data Centre, including power distribution panels, circuit breakers, transformers, and UPS systems.
• Perform routine checks and troubleshooting of electrical systems to identify and resolve faults promptly.
• Oversee testing and maintenance of backup power systems such as generators and UPS to ensure readiness during power interruptions.
• Ensure safety regulations compliance and participate in safety audits.
• Coordinate with vendors/contractors for installation, maintenance, or repair of electrical systems.
• Lead in power restoration during outages and ensure minimal disruption to data centre operations.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

System monitoring

Leadership

Team player

MS Office

Education

Professional B0 chargeman Certificate

Job description

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Senior Electrical Chargeman (B0) – Data Centre

Company: A growing data centre consultancy firm

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain electrical systems within the Data Centre, including power distribution panels, circuit breakers, transformers, and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems.
• Perform routine checks and troubleshooting of electrical systems to identify and resolve faults promptly.
• Oversee the testing and maintenance of backup power systems such as generators and UPS to ensure readiness in case of power interruptions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including those related to electrical installations and maintenance.
• Participate in regular safety audits and inspections, ensuring any issues are identified and rectified.
• Prepare and maintain accurate safety and maintenance records, including compliance documentation.
• Respond to electrical faults and emergencies, ensuring timely repairs to prevent system downtime or equipment damage.
• Act as the primary point of contact for electrical issues, coordinating the response efforts with other technical teams and external contractors when necessary.
• Lead in power restoration during outages or failures and ensure minimal disruption to data centre operations.
• Supervise other technical support, ensuring tasks are carried out efficiently and safely.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for team members during electrical system failures or maintenance tasks.
• Providing support to shifts staff to ensure 24/7 coverage for electrical systems in the data centre.
• Maintain up-to-date logs of electrical system performance, maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Report on the status of electrical equipment, any faults identified, and corrective actions taken.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management regarding electrical system health and safety audits.
• Coordinate with external vendors or contractors for the installation, maintenance, or repair of electrical systems.
• Ensure that contractors adhere to safety protocols and operational requirements during service visits.
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and testing of new electrical equipment or infrastructure as required.
• Ensure proper integration of new systems with existing electrical infrastructure.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Professional B0 chargeman Certificate.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical maintenance and management, preferably in a critical infrastructure environment (e.g., Data Centre, industrial settings, etc).
• Proven experience with electrical troubleshooting and system monitoring in large-scale operations.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, backup power systems (generators, UPS), and power distribution.
• Positive and aggressive working attitude, able to think critically, a good team player, leadership skills, and able to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency situations effectively.
• Good command in English for both oral and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office is a must. Any other engineering-related software proficiency will be an added advantage.
• Availability to respond to electrical emergencies outside of normal working hours.