Shift Lead Engineer (Johor)

Lead and supervise a team of data centre technicians and engineers during assigned shifts, ensuring

adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.

• Conduct shift handover briefings, ensuring accurate documentation and communication of ongoing

incidents, maintenance activities, and system status.

• Monitor critical data centre infrastructure including UPS systems, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers,

generators, and BMS/DCIM platforms, responding promptly to alarms.

• Serve as the primary technical escalation point during shift hours for incidents, equipment failures,

and emergency situations.

• Execute and oversee planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance tasks in

accordance with approved schedules and MOPs/SOPs.

• Issue and manage Permit to Work (PTW) and Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation for

maintenance and change activities performed during shift.

• Coordinate with third-party contractors and vendors during shift, ensuring safe and compliant

execution of approved work activities.

• Carry out regular physical inspections of the data centre floor, electrical rooms, mechanical plant

rooms, and rooftop systems to identify anomalies and risks.

• Accurately log all shift activities, incidents, alarms, and maintenance actions in the CMMS and shift

logbook.

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for incidents and contribute to the development of corrective

actions and improvements.

• Ensure the shift team complies with all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements and

Empyrion Digital operational policies.

• Assist the DC Operations Manager with operational reporting, capacity tracking, and continuous

improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related

technical discipline.

• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in data centre operations, critical facilities, or a related field, with at

least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead technician capacity.

• Strong practical knowledge of data centre M&E systems including UPS, PDU, CRAC/CRAH units,

diesel generators, chillers, and fire suppression systems.

• Hands-on experience with BMS/DCIM monitoring platforms and the ability to interpret system trends

and alarms.

• Familiarity with Permit to Work (PTW) systems, Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation, and

change management processes.

• Solid understanding of data centre safety requirements including electrical safety, lockout/tagout

(LOTO), and working in live environments.

• Experience operating in a 24/7 shift environment with the flexibility to work rotating shifts including

nights, weekends, and public holidays.

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills with the ability to remain calm and decisive during

high-pressure incidents.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is

advantageous.

• Relevant industry certifications (e.g. CDCT, CompTIA, electrical/mechanical trade certifications) are

preferred.