Building Manager (Data Center Facilities)

Job Role: Building Manager (Data Center Facilities)

Employer: Data center operations & digital infrastructure services

Location: Kulai, Johor, Malaysia

Job Type: Full Time – On Site

Experience: 5 years' experience in managing commercial or office buildings, including exposure to data center operations and critical facilities (24x7 uptime, PUE/DCIE monitoring, SLA compliance).

Applicant: Local Malaysian citizens only

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Oversee day-to-day operations and upkeep of the building, including common areas, facilities, and building systems (M&E, HVAC, lifts, fire safety systems, access card system).
• Manage and oversee the operation and maintenance of the 33kV electrical system, including switchgear, transformers, protection systems and incoming supply interface with the utility provider.
• Ensure timely preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain building standards and asset value.
• Ensure proper implementation of safety procedures, emergency response plans, and risk mitigation measures, including safe working practices and permit-to-work for 33kV high voltage systems.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify risks and improvement areas.
• Manage service providers and contractors (housekeeping and cleaning, security, landscaping, maintenance, pest control, etc.), including performance monitoring and contract compliance.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for tenants on operational and building-related matters.
• Handle tenants' feedback, complaints, and service requests promptly and professionally.
• Prepare and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and expense controls.
• Monitor operating costs and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.
• Review and verify quotation, invoices, service charges, and utilities consumption.
• Monitor and review all contracts/agreements with contractors, vendors, suppliers, and consultants for building maintenance, cleaning, security and safety and all related works.
• Monitor and ensure all certificates, licenses and permits of the building are renewed and up to date, including those related to 33kV electrical installations.
• Liaise with the relevant authorities in relation to permits, insurance, licenses, etc. for operations, property maintenance, security and safety.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• Minimum 5 years' experience in managing commercial or office buildings, including exposure to data center operations and critical facilities (24x7 uptime, PUE/DCIE monitoring, SLA compliance).
• Strong knowledge of building operations, facilities management, building maintenance practices, statutory requirements and Strata Act.
• Working knowledge of data center M&E infrastructure, including HV/MV/LV systems, UPS, generators, cooling systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Application Question(s):

• Are you a local Malaysian citizen?

Experience:

• 33kV high voltage systems: 5 years (Required)
• Data center operations and critical facilities management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person