Data Center Facilities Engineer

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Job Purpose:

The Data Center Facility Engineer is responsible for maintaining the operational integrity and availability of data center facilities. This includes managing the critical infrastructure, ensuring all systems are operating efficiently, and implementing preventive maintenance protocols. The role requires a strong focus on reliability, uptime, and adherence to best practices in data center operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facility Management:
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of data center facilities, ensuring all systems (electrical, cooling, fire suppression, security) are functioning optimally.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of critical infrastructure to prevent downtime.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Operational Efficiency:
• Monitor and analyze power usage effectiveness (PUE) and data center infrastructure efficiency (DCIE) metrics.
• Implement energy-efficient practices and technologies to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.
• Optimize space utilization and capacity planning to support organizational growth.
• Incident Management:
• Respond promptly to facility-related incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans and ensure team readiness for unexpected events.
• Compliance and Safety:
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement mitigation strategies.
• Promote a culture of safety by enforcing safety protocols and conducting training sessions.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, incident reports, and facility performance metrics.
• Generate regular reports on facility status, operational efficiency, and compliance for management review.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data center operations.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with IT, security, and other stakeholders to support data center projects and initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on facility-related matters during planning and implementation of new infrastructure.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration within the team and with external partners.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data center facility management or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of critical infrastructure systems, including UPS, HVAC, generators, and fire suppression systems. Familiarity with industry standards such as Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, and NFPA.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certification in data center management (e.g., CDCDP, CDCP) is a plus.
  
  
  

Working Conditions:

• This role may require occasional weekend or after-hours work to support maintenance activities or respond to emergencies.
• The position involves physical activities such as walking, climbing ladders, and lifting heavy equipment.
  
  
  

What's next?

• Once you've applied online, our team will carefully review your application. Due to a high volume of applications, we appreciate your patience to allow for a fair and timely review process.
• Should you be shortlisted for the role, we will send you an invitation via email for an interview. You can also check on your application status by logging into your candidate account.
  
  
  

About Hong Leong Bank

We are a leading financial institution in Malaysia backed by a century of entrepreneurial heritage. Providing comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core ethos has earned us industry recognition and accolades for our innovative approach in making banking simpler and more effortless for our customers. Our digital and physical offerings span across a vast nationwide network in Malaysia, strengthened with an expanding regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China.

We seek to strike a balance between diversity, inclusion and merit to achieve our mission of infusing diversity in thinking and skillsets into our organisation. Candidates are assessed based on merit and potential, in line with our mission to attract and recruit the best talent available. Expanding on our "Digital at the Core" ethos, we are progressively digitising the employee journey and experience to provide a strong foundation for our people to drive life-long learning, achieve their career aspirations and grow talent from within our organisation.

Realise your full potential at Hong Leong Bank by applying now.