Building Management System Operator

ENGIE Middle East; Dammam; On-site; SAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Engie SA in Dammam, Eastern Province, seeks a skilled BMS Technician to operate and optimize building management systems across mechanical, electrical and life-safety subsystems, ensuring minimal downtime and energy efficiency in a data‑center setting.

The role requires hands-on BMS controls experience, fault analysis, preventive maintenance, and collaboration with clients and engineering staff. Weekend/evening support may be required for critical facilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma in electrical/electromechanical discipline.
• 5+ years experience with BMS systems and controls in data centers or critical facilities.
• Certificate from recognized institutions.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate building systems via BMS, including fire/life safety and HVAC.
• Perform preventive maintenance with minimal disruption to building services.
• Coordinate with Clients, Property/Project management, and Engineering staff.
• Respond to incidents, assist in emergency response and escalation as needed.
• Oversee contractor activities within the building.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Diploma in electrical/electromechanical

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Responsible for safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. The BMS Technician must ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the client needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of no downtime. Responsible for protecting and improving the value of the client assets and ensuring that building engineering systems continue to perform their intended function. Perform installation, repair, and maintenance of controls systems located in the interior and exterior of the building

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform monitoring, operation and maintenance of all building systems via the BMS System including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls) electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, primary switchgear), cabling (data and Power), lighting and temperature controls systems, critical environments, digital systems (fire alarm).
• At the direction of supervisor, maintaining, monitoring and performing preventive maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), electrical (lighting, UPS, PDU, generators, primary switch gear), emergency backup systems and hot water systems. Monitors operation, adjusts and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment, Record readings and adjust them where necessary to ensure proper operation of equipment. Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Maintain effective communication with all external and internal customers, including Clients, Property & Project management, and Engineering staff.
• Participate in emergency response and problem management. Respond to incidents and mitigate the damage and obtain information on the cause of the problem. Ensure that escalation is performed per the escalation plan.
• Perform preventive maintenance as needed. Specific duties include but are not limited to: performing preventive maintenance with a minimum disruption of building services, performing and/or delegating preventive maintenance tasks to the appropriately qualified maintenance staff member.
• Oversee the activities of contractors working within the building either as representatives of the building itself or tenants operating within the buildings.
• Performs additional job duties as requested.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Position Reports to: DC Operation Engineer/Manager

Direct Reports:

LOCATION:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Certification / Knowledge:

• Diploma degree in an electrical/electromechanical discipline.

Experience:

• Must have hands-on experience in a data center/critical facility, including controls systems and mechanical and electrical systems
• Certificate has to be certified from recognized institutions.
• 5+ years related work experience, with BMS systems and controls.
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Attending site at weekends and evenings, if necessary.