District Cooling Operations Leader — Engineering & EMS Expert

Keppel (Infrastructure Division); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Keppel (Infrastructure Division) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead District Cooling and Retail Cooling Monitoring activities in Singapore. You will guide a team of engineers, optimise DCS/RCM operations, and drive safety and regulatory compliance across site activities.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, analysing performance data, implementing procedures, managing budgets, and supporting audits and data submissions.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in ACMV system engineering/design would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of ACMV and District Cooling System.
• Experience with EMS and control/monitoring systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Good awareness of Environment, Health and Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and maintenance of DCS and RCM sites.
• Lead a team of engineers and specialists in optimizing DCS/RCM operations.
• Coordinate with Maintenance team for troubleshooting of technical issues.
• Monitor equipment performance and propose improvements.
• Create and implement operations and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure implementation and execution of the Permit To Work system.
• Review operations data and propose solutions.
• Optimize DCS/RCM operations for maximum benefit.
• Oversee operation schedules and track alarms/defects.
• Monitor expenses and contribute to budget oversight.
• Submit operations reports and maintain documentation.
• Support internal/external audits and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure compliance with EHS rules and safety practices.
• Drive continuous health, safety and environmental improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Health & safety awareness

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

EMS (Energy Management System)

Job description

Keppel (Infrastructure Division) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead District Cooling and Retail Cooling Monitoring activities in Singapore. You will guide a team of engineers, optimise DCS/RCM operations, and drive safety and regulatory compliance across site activities.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, analysing performance data, implementing procedures, managing budgets, and supporting audits and data submissions.