Operations Manager - District Cooling Systems

About the role

The Operations Manager manages the operations and supports the maintenance of District Cooling System (DCS) plants, Retail Cooling Monitoring (RCM) sites and other field works. The role also leads a team of plant engineers and technical specialists in analysing and optimising DCS and RCM operations and maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Maintenance team on troubleshooting technical issues of DCS and RCM
• Monitor equipment performance, recommend modifications and propose improvement projects
• Create and implement operations and maintenance procedures, including the Permit To Work system and verification of isolation and de-isolation
• Analyse operations data, troubleshoot deficiencies and propose solutions
• Optimise DCS and RCM operations for maximum commercial benefit, ensure the operation schedule is followed and track alarms and defects
• Track expenses, oversee the operation budget, submit operations reports and maintain operations documentation
• Support internal and external audits and statutory data submissions
• Ensure operations and maintenance comply with EHS rules and regulations and improve health, safety and environmental aspects
• Carry out ad hoc duties and projects assigned by management

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience
• Supervisory or managerial experience with strong organisational and leadership abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good awareness of environment, health and safety with a strong safety mindset

Required skills

• Experience designing ACMV systems is an advantage
• Understanding of the technical features of ACMV and District Cooling Systems
• Practical experience with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and local/remote control and monitoring systems
• Strong knowledge of facilities machinery and equipment