Data Center Facilities Manager

About Nebius:

Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.

Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.

Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.

The role

The Facilities Manager leads a multidisciplinary team of technicians and contractors, oversees maintenance and capital projects, manages vendor performance, and drives operational excellence through continuous improvement, sustainability initiatives, and proactive risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Critical Facilities Operations

Lead the day-to-day operation of all critical facility infrastructure.

Ensure the availability and reliability of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.

Maintain compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and uptime objectives.

Oversee 24/7 operational support, including incident response and escalation.

Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs), and Method of Procedures (MOPs) are current and followed.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead, mentor, and develop Critical Facilities Engineers and Technicians.

Manage shift schedules, staffing, training, and performance evaluations.

Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Coordinate contractor and vendor activities to ensure quality and compliance.

Maintenance & Asset Management

Develop and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.

Manage maintenance planning through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Monitor equipment lifecycle performance and develop replacement strategies.

Ensure maintenance activities minimize operational risk and downtime.

Infrastructure Management

Oversee the operation and maintenance of:

Electrical distribution systems (MV/LV)

UPS systems and battery plants

Standby diesel generators

Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)

Chillers and chilled water systems

CRAH and CRAC units

Air Handling Units (AHUs)

Pumps and hydronic systems

Heat exchangers

Building Management System (BMS)

Fire detection and suppression systems

Security and access control systems

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with Finnish occupational safety legislation, EU directives, environmental regulations, and company policies.

Manage Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and contractor safety programs.

Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Prepare for and support regulatory inspections and internal audits.

Financial & Vendor Management

Develop and manage the facilities operating budget.

Review maintenance contracts and service agreements.

Monitor vendor performance against established KPIs.

Support procurement of equipment and facility services.

Reporting

Track and report key operational metrics, including:

Infrastructure availability

Preventive maintenance completion

Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE)

Energy consumption

Safety performance

Prepare operational reports for senior leadership.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical discipline.

Master's degree is an advantage but not required.

Experience

Minimum 7 years of exp