CBRE manages the maintenance of Data Centres and is committed to the provision of an efficient and effective critical engineering maintenance service. The primary function is to ensure 100% uptime of engineering services to ensure there is zero impact to the client's business operations.
Job Purpose:
The
Mechanical Technician
is responsible for overseeing the
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
of all systems within the
Data Centre
environment. This includes
vendor supervision, compliance checks, and quality control
for Planned Vendor activity ensure reliability, efficiency, and adherence to industry and CBRE standards. The focus on Mechanical discipline will compliment the current operation structure
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Supervision:
Oversee and coordinate external service providers performing mechanical PPM activities.
HVAC Systems:
Ensure maintenance and servicing of
precision cooling units, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, and air handling systems
.
Fire Suppression Systems:
Monitor vendor performance in maintaining
FM200, Novec 1230, and water mist fire suppression systems
.
Plumbing & Piping:
Ensure maintenance of
chilled water piping, pumps, and valves
supporting cooling operations.
PPM Execution:
Ensure vendors adhere to scheduled maintenance plans and complete tasks as per
SLA and compliance requirements
.
Quality Control:
Verify that all maintenance activities meet
safety, efficiency, and compliance standards
.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure mechanical maintenance aligns with
HSE regulations, ASHRAE standards, and Uptime Institute guidelines
.
Documentation & Reporting:
Maintain accurate logs of PPM activities, contractor work, and compliance reports.
Energy Efficiency:
Ensure vendors optimize
cooling efficiency and energy-saving best practices
.
Required Skills & Experience:
Technical Qualification:
Apprenticeship, or preferred Diploma or Degree in
Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or equivalent
.
Experience:
Minimum
3-5 years
in a
Data Centre, critical environment, or large-scale critical industrial facility
.
Certifications:
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., HVAC Technician License, Fire Suppression Certification) preferred.
Knowledge of Standards:
Familiarity with
ASHRAE, Uptime Institute, and ISO data centre standards
.
Problem-Solving:
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in mechanical systems.
Communication:
Ability to document, report, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Additional Considerations:
Availability for
shift work and on-call duties
.
Strong understanding of
BMS (Building Management Systems) and DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) platforms
.
Ability to
work in high-pressure environments and critical infrastructure settings
.
This role is crucial in ensuring
seamless execution of PPM activities
and maintaining operational efficiency in Data Centre environments.
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