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チーフエンジニアリングマネージャー/ Chief Engineer Manager

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A global data centre infrastructure company is seeking a Manager, Chief Engineer. The selected candidate will oversee critical facility operations, manage engineering teams, ensure infrastructure reliability, and lead maintenance, safety, and performance optimisation initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain high-quality standards by ensuring the team plans, prepares, performs, and reports maintenance activities effectively
  • Ensure reliable infrastructure operations with a focus on energy efficiency, service continuity, and budget management
  • Monitor site conditions through systems and regular inspections to maintain continuous oversight
  • Oversee team workflows, training plans, hiring, performance management, and customer communication
  • Provide technical guidance on maintenance strategies, including MOP development, testing plans, and capital planning
  • Execute daily engineering and operational activities to ensure safe and effective equipment operation
  • Promote a team-oriented environment and enforce accountability for maintenance activities
  • Ensure customer-focused service delivery through strong team performance
  • Ensure 24/7 operational readiness with emergency standby coverage
  • Enforce compliance with safety policies, PPE usage, and operational procedures
  • Review and approve electrical solutions and switching operations for planned and unplanned events
  • Monitor facility conditions and implement corrective actions for performance issues
  • Ensure adherence to MOP, SOP, EOP, and ERP procedures and maintain updated documentation
  • Manage audits, compliance, and continuous improvement of operational procedures
  • Monitor infrastructure load capacity and prevent system overloads
  • Provide technical leadership during critical incidents and operational challenges

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in engineering, business or related field
  • More than 5 years of experience in facility or plant engineering and maintenance supervision
  • More than 3 years of experience in management with direct reports
  • Experience in managing preventive and corrective maintenance activities
  • Experience in electrical switching and mechanical service operations with relevant certification
  • Knowledge of circuit breaker operations and safety procedures
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and building automation systems such as BMS and CMMS
  • Ability and willingness to travel
  • Experience in contractor management, site governance, and operational compliance
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with ISO and OHS or EHS control processes
  • Experience with design and technical tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore

About the Company:

A global provider of data centre solutions delivering high-performance infrastructure and operational excellence. The organisation is recognised for its strong international presence and commitment to reliability, innovation, and customer-focused services.

Keywords:

データセンター運用, 設備管理, クリティカルファシリティ, インフラエンジニアリング, 保守管理, 安全管理, 継続的改善, エネルギー効率, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: SQIMLV

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: Engineering Management

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥20,000,000 - ¥25,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Osaka

Job Reference: SQIMLV-C71E9DD8

Date posted: 16 April 2026

Consultant: Izuki Mizuno