SME, Mechanical

Keppel Data Centres; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Keppel Data Centres in Singapore is seeking a candidate with a diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering for a technical supervisory role. The position requires at least 3 years of experience, significant knowledge of mechanical and control systems, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining optimal operation of critical systems and generating reports. The candidate must be prepared to work 24/7 as needed and have previous supervisory experience in similar environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years direct industry experience or 8 years at Mechanical Technician level.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical and control systems in a data centre.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive relationship with clients and staff.
• Provide technical supervision of operation and maintenance.
• Develop mechanical procedures and conduct annual reviews.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication Skills

Data Centre Systems Knowledge

Supervisory Experience

Control Systems Experience

Project Management

Education

Qualified diploma/degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with internal and external clients.
• Respond to customer service requests in a timely manner.
• Respond to emergency calls (24x7 hrs).
• Produce monthly executive reports to clients.

Maintain Data Center Systems

• Technical supervision of the operation, maintenance and repair of all critical environment systems while maintaining 100% uptime to all critical mechanical systems.
• Adherence to all quality, health & safety, and environmental policies within the Data Centre domain.
• Work with Facilities Assistant/Manager providing a yearly comprehensive periodic maintenance regime.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions.
• Troubleshoot, evaluate and recommend system upgrades.
• Order parts and supplies for maintenance and repairs.
• Work with vendors and contractors to ensure their work meets client standards.
• Conduct annual review of system/component end‑of‑life (EOL).
• Develop and keep up to date all site mechanical procedures including EOPs, SOPs, MOPs, and APs. All documentation should be consistent with current client standards.
• Specify and record the technician training certification program and supervise drill and scenario training aids.

Job Requirements

• Qualified diploma/degree level in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years direct industry experience or a minimum of 8 years' experience at Mechanical Technician level in a critical environment combined with supervisory experience. Preference is given to data centre, hospital, or pharmaceutical production.
• Excellent understanding and experience of the mechanical and control systems used in a data centre environment, including: fuel systems, building management systems and controls, chilled‑water cooling plant, air handling units, variable‑frequency drives (VSDs), fire alarm systems, and fire suppression systems (pre‑action sprinklers).
• Experience with complex automatic control equipment, including relay logic, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), building management systems, and their integration with the data centre infrastructure.
• Extensive experience of large‑scale chilled‑water plant including chillers, chilled‑water distribution and storage systems, cooling towers, and chemical dosing systems.
• Experience working within a project environment and dealing with design and construction engineering professionals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate intelligently and effectively with the client and with contractors who perform maintenance or upgrade work on the data centre systems.
• Computer‑literate with the ability to compile and submit monthly and annual reports, and to monitor and trend operational characteristics (load, capacity, environmental conditions, etc.).
• Strong and committed team player with excellent communication and coaching skills. Previous experience supervising highly qualified technicians and reporting to peers and senior managers.
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours to resolve technical issues in a 24/7 industry.
• The ability to learn quickly and to gain maximum benefit from extensive training and development programmes aimed at ensuring that any identified knowledge or experience deficiencies are addressed in the short term.

Business Segment

Connectivity

Platform

Operating Division