Critical Data Centre BMS/EMS Operator

CBRE Excellerate; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a Data Centre BMS Operator to monitor and manage building management and environmental monitoring systems in a critical data centre environment. You will ensure 100% uptime by promptly handling alarms, maintaining plant parameters, and coordinating with the technical team.

The role requires a Grade 12, technical N3/N4 and CDCP certifications, plus at least 3 years in a similar BMS/EMS role.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Technical N3 / N4 Certification (Compulsory)
• CDCP Certification (Compulsory)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar technical / BMS Operator role
• Data Centre experience advantageous
• Computer literacy (MS Office, BMS/EMS platforms, CMMS systems)
• Clear criminal record
• Valid medical fitness to work in operational environment (if required)

Responsibilities

• Monitor BMS/EMS continuously for alarm indications
• Investigate alarms and implement/escalate rectification plans
• Post alarms to ADC/Tsebo communication channels within required SLA
• Monitor critical plant parameters against set thresholds
• Monitor email correspondence every 5 minutes
• Action customer calls and requests promptly
• Notify Technical Manager / Senior Technician within 5 minutes of request receipt
• Ensure all customer incidents are logged and tracked
• Execute quarterly BMS maintenance activities
• Conduct annual BMS functionality tests
• Calibrate sensors and validate I/O functionality
• Maintain system backups and processor battery checks
• Raise and document change requests on Service Now
• Present changes at Change Advisory Committee
• Distribute approved change references
• Follow up on outstanding/open change requests
• Ensure work complies with H&S regulations
• Verify risk assessments before commencement of work
• Escort contractors and monitor compliance
• Ensure subcontractor adherence to OHS Act and site rule
• Update DC Alert spreadsheet
• Close all DC alerts daily unless otherwise instructed
• Transfer inspection records to electronic format
• Assist with reports, audits, minutes, and job card administration

Skills

BMS monitoring

Alarm management

Reporting

Communication

Planning

Attention to detail

Customer service

Work under pressure

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Technical N3/N4 Certification

CDCP Certification

Tools

MS Office

BMS/EMS platforms

CMMS systems

Job description

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a Data Centre BMS Operator to monitor and manage building management and environmental monitoring systems in a critical data centre environment. You will ensure 100% uptime by promptly handling alarms, maintaining plant parameters, and coordinating with the technical team.

The role requires a Grade 12, technical N3/N4 and CDCP certifications, plus at least 3 years in a similar BMS/EMS role.