Data Centre Shift Lead – Critical Systems & Operations

CBRE (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Data Centre Solutions is seeking a Shift Lead to provide hands-on technical leadership in a critical data centre environment. You will coordinate technicians, vendors, and contractors, oversee maintenance, respond to faults, and support safe, reliable site operations.

You will report to the Site Manager and work a 12-hour rotating roster, four days on and four days off, covering day and night shifts. Electrical/HVAC expertise and strong problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical or HVAC trade qualification or relevant licence.
• Strong electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, or engineering background.
• Experience in a data centre or high-reliability facility.
• Knowledge of building services and facilities management.
• Experience with permit-to-work systems and drawings.
• CMMS, BMS, and Microsoft Office experience.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and risk assessment.
• Strong stakeholder and customer management.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• HV switching experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians, vendors, and contractors during your shift.
• Oversee daily site operations and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Support team performance and development.
• Manage shift handovers and maintain accurate site reporting.
• Build effective working relationships with clients and site stakeholders.
• Perform and oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Respond to faults, alarms, and critical incidents.
• Operate and isolate critical plant safely per site procedures.
• Support electrical, mechanical, and HVAC infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor equipment performance.
• Identify issues early and maintain operational reliability.
• Manage permit-to-work processes and site compliance.
• Maintain SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs.
• Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and checks.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability and processes.
• Ensure work aligns with HSE requirements and site standards.
• Promote safe working practices across the shift team.
• Support environmental responsibilities and site initiatives.
• Champion CBRE's values and continuous improvement.

Skills

Shift leadership

Stakeholder management

Troubleshooting

Operational planning

Team coordination

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Electrical/HVAC trade qualification

Tools

CMMS

BMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE Data Centre Solutions is seeking a Shift Lead to provide hands-on technical leadership in a critical data centre environment. You will coordinate technicians, vendors, and contractors, oversee maintenance, respond to faults, and support safe, reliable site operations.

You will report to the Site Manager and work a 12-hour rotating roster, four days on and four days off, covering day and night shifts. Electrical/HVAC expertise and strong problem-solving are essential.