Job Description

Facilities Shift Engineer – Erskine Park

Location: Erskine Park, NSW
Company: BGIS, Data Centre Client
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site
Roster: 4 on / 4 off (includes weekends and public holidays)
Security Clearance: Australian Citizens only - NV1 clearance required

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About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.

Purpose of the Role

BGIS is seeking an experienced Facilities Shift Engineer to support the operation and maintenance of a major hyperscale data centre environment in Western Sydney. Reporting directly to the Facilities Site Lead, you will work collaboratively with both client and BGIS teams to ensure critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure operates safely, efficiently, and reliably within a 24/7 mission-critical environment.

The ideal candidate will be technically capable, calm under pressure, and committed to delivering exceptional service standards. You will enjoy working within a collaborative team while taking ownership of critical infrastructure that supports some of Australia's most important digital services.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the operation, maintenance, and reliability of mission-critical data centre infrastructure.
• Carry out facility rounds, inspections, testing, and monitoring activities to ensure optimal site performance.
• Assist with the maintenance of electrical and mechanical infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling systems, and associated plant.
• Coordinate contractors and service providers performing maintenance, repairs, and project works.
• Support the development and review of operating procedures, maintenance plans, and site documentation.
• Utilise BMS, CMMS, and DCIM systems to monitor facility performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with troubleshooting, fault investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Support customer requirements and build positive stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to operational reporting, power utilisation analysis, and performance monitoring.
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with site procedures, permits, and risk controls.

Education, Experience & Skills

Essential:

• Trade qualification or technical certification in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Refrigeration, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a data centre, critical environment, infrastructure, or facilities management environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, ATS, STS, and power distribution systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical plant including chillers, cooling towers, DX systems, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, and BMS systems.
• Experience using CMMS, BMS, DCIM, or similar maintenance management platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work within a 24/7 operational environment.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a mission-critical or high-availability environment.
• Knowledge of industry best practices relating to data centre operations.
• Exposure to maintenance planning, contractor management, and operational reporting.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, Visio, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to incident management and root cause analysis processes.

Workplace Flexibility

To support operational requirements, this position will be based full-time on-site in Erskine Park within a state-of-the-art data centre environment.

Shift Pattern:

This role operates on a rotating 4-on / 4-off roster, comprising 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays, supporting a 24/7 critical operations environment.

Why Join BGIS?

Key Benefits Include:

✔ Spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus.
✔ Access to Flare for discounts across retailers, energy, utilities & much more!
✔ Fitness Passport (access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide), employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers.
✔ AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025.
✔ Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025.
✔ Endorsed by Work180 as an employer of choice for women.
✔ Recognised by WORK180 as a Top 5 Employer for career development opportunities.
✔ Career progression through secondments & internal mobility.
✔ Health perks including EAP, wellness programs & flu vaccinations.

How to Apply

If you are a proactive, skilled, and engaging Facilities Shift Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking company, we would love to hear from you!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

To be successful in the role, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and be eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 Security Clearance

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