Data Centre Site Lead

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Johor , Johor

Onsite

Direct hire

Johor, Johor

Onsite

Direct hire

Job ID 8330|Posted Jul 8, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Data Centre Site Lead
? Location: Johor, Malaysia (On-site)
? Employment Type: Permanent
About the Opportunity
Our client is a leading digital infrastructure company expanding its hyperscale data centre footprint across the Asia-Pacific region. They are seeking an experienced Data Centre Site Lead to support the transition of a new hyperscale data centre in Johor from construction into live operations.
This is a unique opportunity to join the Asset Owner's team and play a key role in ensuring operational readiness, overseeing service delivery, and working closely with the appointed Operating Partner to deliver world-class data centre operations.

Key Responsibilities
As the Data Centre Site Lead, you will:

Represent the Asset Owner on-site during the transition from construction to operations.
Oversee the appointed Operating Partner responsible for day-to-day facility operations.
Monitor operational performance and ensure compliance with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and operational standards.
Review incident reports, maintenance activities, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to ensure operational excellence.
Work closely with customers, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth site operations.
Support operational readiness activities prior to the site's Go-Live.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure services are delivered in accordance with contractual commitments.
Identify operational risks and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and performance.
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company governance requirements.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Engineering, or a related discipline.
8–10 years of experience in Data Centre Operations, Critical Facilities, Mission Critical Facilities, or similar environments.
Experience working in hyperscale, enterprise, or colocation data centres.
Strong understanding of critical infrastructure, including:
- MV/LV Electrical Systems
- UPS & Backup Power Systems
- Generators
- Cooling Systems (CRAH/CRAC, Chillers)
- BMS/DCIM platforms
Experience managing vendors, contractors, or outsourced service providers.
Familiarity with operational governance, SLA management, and customer-facing environments.
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join?

Be part of a landmark hyperscale data centre project in Johor.
Join the Asset Owner's team and contribute to the successful launch of a new mission-critical facility.
Work alongside leading operators, consultants, and industry experts.
Gain exposure to one of the fastest-growing sectors in digital infrastructure.
Opportunity to shape operational excellence from the very beginning.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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