Senior APAC Data Center Operations Lead

Kuok Group Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuok Group Singapore is seeking a senior facilities operations lead to govern and ensure the reliability of critical data centre infrastructure across APAC. You will oversee MEP systems, BMS/EPMS, cooling and power, and drive safety and continuous improvement across multiple sites.

You will implement SOPs, manage risk and change processes, and coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure SLA compliance and high uptime. Strong leadership and multi-site experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in data centre facilities operations and maintenance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day governance and reliability of critical data centre infrastructure across APAC sites.
• Oversee MEP systems, BMS/EPMS, cooling, power, fire protection, and environmental controls.
• Develop and implement SOPs, change management, and safety programs.
• Monitor site performance, uptime, and service delivery; drive corrective actions.
• Manage vendor contracts, performance reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Support site commissioning, expansions, and operational handovers.

Skills

Data center operations

Facilities leadership

M&E systems

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

CDCP/CDCE/CDCEP (advantageous)

ISO/ITIL knowledge

Tools

ITIL knowledge

ISO 27001

Uptime Institute standards

Job description

Kuok Group Singapore is seeking a senior facilities operations lead to govern and ensure the reliability of critical data centre infrastructure across APAC. You will oversee MEP systems, BMS/EPMS, cooling and power, and drive safety and continuous improvement across multiple sites.

You will implement SOPs, manage risk and change processes, and coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure SLA compliance and high uptime. Strong leadership and multi-site experience are essential.