Facility Project and Commissioning Manager

A key member of the Facility Management team who supports and guides Capital Works and Customer Success projects. Acts as the main liaison between project delivery teams and Facility Management to ensure smooth project handovers without disrupting operations. Responsible for planning designing implementing and handing over projects with operational approvals in place. Provides support for ongoing and upcoming facility projects across Malaysia. 

What youll do: 

• Collaborate proactively with Facility Management Capital Works Customer Success teams contractors and subcontractors to define coordination requirements and timelines. 
• Facilitate communication between operations and project delivery teams as the main interface. 
• Review and respond promptly to RFIs and contractor correspondence to avoid program delays. 
• Manage smooth handover of new capacity and equipment ensuring documentation training commissioning and defect closure are completed. 
• Ensure project teams comply with Facility Management processes (e.g. permits safety plans approvals contractor access). 
• Review contractor documentation and present it for Change Advisory Board approvals. 
• Coordinate contractor access isolation pre-start meetings and maintain worksite cleanliness per company standards. 
• Conduct site inductions for contractors on facility rules and safety protocols. 
• Ensure contractors follow agreed plans to prevent operational disruptions or risks. 
• Support testing and commissioning as a Facility SME managing operational risks. 
• Lead facility involvement in customer fit-out projects ensuring compliance with facility standards. 
• Participate in on-call roster to support facility emergencies outside regular hours. 

About you: 

• Advanced understanding of data centre operations including electrical and mechanical systems rack management design and installation. 
• Knowledge of critical infrastructure components such as electrical distribution cooling and fire systems. 
• Familiarity with relevant codes and regulations. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g. Procore Aconex). 
• Experience with building management and monitoring systems. 
• Strong planning organizational and analytical abilities. 
• Excellent communication skills in both Bahasa Malay and English with effective interpersonal skills. 
• Electrical or Mechanical trade certificate diploma degree or related background preferred. 

Qualifications :

• Minimum 2 years experience in data centre facilities or a related facility role. 
• Strong business acumen with proven stakeholder management and negotiation skills. 
• Experience in collaborative team-based decision-making and cross-team coordination. 
• Technical knowledge of NEXTDC operational systems. 

Additional Information :

• Opportunity to deliver landmark infrastructure projects shaping Australias digital economy. 
• A values driven culture built on innovation collaboration and growth. 
• Inclusive diverse and values-driven working culture 
• Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)

Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.

Make NEXTDC your next move. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time