Data Center BAS Operator

ENGIE Solutions Middle East; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE Solutions Middle East in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Data Center BAS Operator to monitor and operate the Building Automation System and critical facility infrastructure within a mission-critical data center.

You will respond to alarms, coordinate with Facilities, Mechanical, Electrical, and Operations teams 24/7, and ensure uptime, safety, and regulatory compliance through accurate logs and proactive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Facilities Management, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in Data Center Operations, Facilities Management, or BMS Operations.
• Experience working with mission-critical facilities is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate the Building Management System (BMS) 24/7 to ensure optimal data center facility performance.
• Continuously oversee critical infrastructure alarms, trends, and system parameters.
• Respond promptly to alarms, abnormal conditions, and equipment failures.
• Escalate critical incidents according to operational and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate with Facilities, Mechanical, Electrical, and Operations teams during incidents.
• Maintain accurate incident logs and operational reports.
• Support emergency response activities and business continuity procedures.
• Adhere to data center safety standards, PTW, and LOTO procedures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Shift work

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

BMS platforms

HVAC systems

Electrical power distribution

UPS & Generators

DCIM

BMS platform vendors (Siemens/Schneider/Honeywell/Johnson Controls)

Reading electrical/mechanical drawings

Job description

Industry: Data Center / Critical Facilities

Job Title: Data Center BAS Operator

Reports To: Data Center Facility Engineer

SUMMARY: The Data Center BAS Operator is responsible for monitoring, operating, and maintaining the Building Automation System (BAS) and critical facility infrastructure within a mission-critical data center environment. The role ensures continuous monitoring of HVAC, power, cooling, fire alarm, and environmental systems to maintain maximum uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency in compliance with data center standards and procedures.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

BMS Monitoring & Operations

• Monitor and operate the Building Management System (BMS) 24/7 to ensure optimal data center facility performance
• Continuously oversee critical infrastructure alarms, trends, and system parameters
• Respond promptly to alarms, abnormal conditions, and equipment failures
• Escalate critical incidents according to operational and emergency procedures.

Infrastructure Monitoring

Monitor critical systems including:

• Chillers and Cooling Systems
• CRAH/CRAC Units
• UPS Systems
• Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
• Generators and Fuel Systems
• Electrical Switchgear
• Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems
• Investigate alarms and identify root causes of system abnormalities
• Coordinate with Facilities, Mechanical, Electrical, and Operations teams during incidents
• Maintain accurate incident logs and operational reports
• Support emergency response activities and business continuity procedures.

Preventive Maintenance Support

• Assist maintenance teams during planned preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Review work permits, Method Statements (MS), and Risk Assessments (RA)
• Monitor equipment during maintenance windows and report any operational deviations.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain daily operational logs, shift handover reports, and alarm records
• Generate performance and trend reports from BMS platforms
• Ensure all operating procedures and documentation are updated and compliant with company standards.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to data center operational standards, safety policies, and regulatory requirements
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Permit-to-Work (PTW), and safety procedures
• Support audits and compliance inspections.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Facilities Management, or related field
• 5 years of experience in Data Center Operations, Facilities Management, or BMS Operations
• Experience working with mission-critical facilities is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• HVAC and Cooling Systems
• Electrical Power Distribution
• UPS and Generator Systems
• Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)
• Familiarity with platforms such as Siemens, Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, or equivalent BMS systems
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, and control system drawings.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong alarm management and troubleshooting capabilities
• Attention to detail and operational discipline
• Effective communication and shift handover skills
• Ability to work in a 24/7 shift environment
• Strong commitment to uptime, safety, and operational excellence.

Preferred Certifications

• Data Center Operations Certification (CDCP/CDCS or equivalent)
• HVAC Certification
• BMS Operator Certification
• OSHA / NEBOSH Safety Certification
• Electrical Safety & LOTO Training.