Shift Team Lead, Data Centre Solutions

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 (DCS) delivers integrated real estate, facilities, and technology solutions across the data centre lifecycle.

Our teams bring together technical expertise and commercial insight to help data centre owners, occupiers, and investors unlock value and operate with confidence.

About the Role

Lead the shift. Keep critical operations moving.

As a Shift Lead within CBRE Data Centre Solutions, you'll provide hands-on technical leadership in a critical data centre environment. You'll coordinate technicians, vendors, and contractors while overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, responding to faults and incidents, and supporting safe, reliable site operations.

Working closely with the Senior Engineer, you'll manage shift activities, maintain accurate operational records, and build strong relationships with clients and site stakeholders.

This role is suited to an experienced technical professional with strong electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or refrigeration expertise who can make sound decisions and operate critical plant with minimal supervision.

Report to the Site Manager.

Work within an operational data centre and critical facilities environment.

Work a 12-hour rotating roster: four days on and four days off, comprising two day shifts and two night shifts.

Support site coverage across operating hours, including planned works, incidents, and business continuity requirements.

Roster arrangements may be subject to change based on operational requirements.

What You’ll Do

Lead Shift Operations

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.

Maintain Critical Systems

Perform and oversee planned and reactive maintenance activities.

Respond to equipment faults, alarms, and critical incidents.

Operate and isolate critical plant and systems safely and in accordance with site procedures.

Support electrical, mechanical, and HVAC infrastructure.

Conduct site inspections and monitor equipment performance.

Identify issues early and take action to maintain operational reliability.

Manage Permits, Procedures and Risk

Manage permit-to-work processes and site compliance requirements.

Maintain and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and Method of Procedure (MOPs).

Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and operational checks.

Identify opportunities to improve reliability, processes, and site performance.

Put Safety First

Ensure work is carried out in line 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 a culture of continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need

Electrical or HVAC trade qualification or relevant licence.

Strong electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, or engineering background.

Experience working in a critical environment, data centre, or similar high-reliability facility.

Knowledge of building services and facilities management.

Working knowledge of permit-to-work systems and technical drawings.

Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Building Management Systems (BMS), and Microsoft Office.

Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.

Strong stakeholder and customer management skills.

Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.

HV switching experience or qualifications would be an advantage.

Why CBRE

At CBRE, you'll work with people who solve complex challenges and help businesses and communities thrive.

You'll join a global team where technical expertise, different perspectives, and collaboration come together to deliver better outcomes. We value respect, integrity, service, and excellence, and we give our people the opportunity to take ownership of their work, develop their expertise, and realize their potential.

Bring your experience. Build your expertise. Help shape what comes next.

CBRE welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

We value human interaction and want to understand each candidate’s unique experience, skills, and aspirations.

CBRE does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions. We ask candidates to disclose any use of AI during the application and interview process.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Singapore?
• What’s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Do you have experience using Building Management Systems?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Computerised Maintenance Management System Engineer?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Building Management System Technician?

With broader and deeper capabilities than any other company, CBRE is the leading full-service real estate services and investment organization in the world.

CBRE Group, Inc. is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with 2016 revenues of $13.1 billion and more than 75,000 employees (excluding affiliate offices). CBRE has been included in the Fortune 500 since 2008, ranking #214 in 2017. It also has been voted the industry’s top brand by the Lipsey Company for 16 consecutive years, and has been named one of Fortune’s "Most Admired Companies" in the real estate sector for six years in a row. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "CBG".

CBRE offers a broad range of integrated services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services.