BMS Operator

Job Title: BMS / Building Automation System Technician

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Education & Experience

Education: Diploma or degree in electrical, mechanical, building services engineering, or related field (relevant work experience can substitute).

Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in operating and maintaining BMS or similar control systems in commercial/industrial settings.

Technical Skills: Proficient in BMS software/hardware, knowledgeable about building system electrical/mechanical principles, and able to read schematics.

Soft Skills: Excellent communication, strong problem-solving, good organizational skills, and high attention to detail.

Shift Flexibility: Willing to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays for 24/7 coverage.

What this job involves

System Monitoring

• Continuously monitor BMS dashboards for alarms, faults, or anomalies across mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems.
• Respond promptly to system alerts and escalate critical issues to engineering or maintenance teams.

Routine Operations

• Adjust setpoints, schedules, and operating modes (e.g., occupied/unoccupied) based on building usage and client requirements.
• Perform start-up and shutdown procedures for plant equipment via the BMS interface.

Reporting & Documentation

• Log all system events, operator actions, and maintenance requests in work order systems (e.g., IBM Maximo, ServiceNow).
• Generate daily/weekly performance reports on energy consumption, system uptime, and alarm trends.

Coordination

• Liaise with on-site engineers, contractors, and client representatives to support system testing, commissioning, or troubleshooting.
• Assist in after-hours support during emergencies or planned outages.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure building systems operate within regulatory, health, and safety standards (e.g., ASHRAE, local codes). Follow cybersecurity protocols when accessing control systems.

Qualifications

Required

• Diploma or degree in electrical, mechanical, building services engineering, or related field (relevant work experience can substitute).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in operating and maintaining BMS or similar control systems in commercial/industrial settings.
• Proficient in BMS software/hardware, knowledgeable about building system electrical/mechanical principles, and able to read schematics.
• Excellent communication, strong problem-solving, good organizational skills, and high attention to detail.
• Willing to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays for 24/7 coverage.

Location

On-site – Hong Kong, SAR, China

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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