Facilities Engineer – Data Centre
Adelaide, SA | $130,000 – $170,000 + Super + Bonus
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced
Facilities Engineer
to join a leading owner and operator of mission-critical data centre infrastructure.
Reporting to the Director of Data Centre Operations, you will be responsible for the
day-to-day management of the facility
, ensuring critical building systems operate safely, reliably, efficiently and cost-effectively.
You will coordinate and monitor third-party service providers across maintenance, testing, faults and call-outs, ensuring works are delivered in line with SLAs, best practice and established KPIs.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the data centre
Monitor and maintain
electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fire and BMS/EMS systems
Coordinate contractors and service providers across planned and reactive maintenance
Respond to operational issues, incidents and emergency call-outs
Review contractor maintenance practices and ensure quality standards are maintained
Conduct scheduled plant checks and minor maintenance works
Manage work orders, permits, inductions and contractor documentation
Maintain equipment registers, critical spares and facilities documentation
Supervise small works and projects within the facility
Support project delivery, commissioning, testing and handover activities
Monitor critical infrastructure capacity and identify potential risks
Assist with WHS, Business Continuity and risk management activities
Ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements, procedures and industry standards
About You




You will have a strong technical background and experience operating within a
24/7, mission-critical or high-availability environment
.
Ideally, you will have:
Degree or trade equivalent in
Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering
5+ years' experience in engineering, facilities or critical environment operations
Experience managing contractors, maintenance and service providers
Strong understanding of electrical and/or mechanical infrastructure
Mechanical experience with
precision air-conditioning and BMS
Electrical experience with
UPS systems, generators, ATS units, switchboards and energy monitoring
Knowledge of fire suppression, VESDA, EWIS and fire detection systems
Experience with security systems and statutory compliance
Experience with
CMMS systems
Robust communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
Current Australian driver's licence
Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain NV1 Security Clearance
Previous data centre experience is highly regarded, although candidates from other critical environments such as healthcare, defence, industrial, utilities or telecommunications will also be considered.
What's On Offer?
$130,000 – $170,000 + Super + Bonus
Opportunity to work within a rapidly growing mission-critical infrastructure sector
Exposure to highly technical electrical and mechanical systems
Long-term career development opportunities
Monday-Friday position, with the potential for a future 24/7 rotating shift model as the facility expands
Apply now for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

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