MCR Country Director

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development Set up and lead the regional MCR organisation, including engineers, licensed personnel, and technicians. Provide supervision, coaching, performance monitoring, and competency development for all MCR personnel. Self-Perform Strategy Develop, implement, and continuously improve the regional self-perform maintenance strategy for mechanical and electrical systems. Track progress and ensure alignment with operational standards and business goals. Troubleshooting & Technical Support Lead and support troubleshooting efforts for major M&E issues across country data centres. Provide escalation support to site DCO teams, ensuring fast recovery and minimising downtime. Emergency Response Governance Develop and implement regional emergency response procedures for the MCR team. Coordinate cross-functional teams during incidents to mitigate risk and ensure rapid stabilisation. Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing Work closely with internal teams (DCO, Engineering, Reliability, Projects, HSE) and external vendors/OEMs. Share best practices, technical insights, and training materials to enhance country capability. Candidate Requirements Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering or related field. 5+ years’ experience in mechanical/electrical systems within data centre or mission-critical environments. Strong hands-on experience in M&E maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities. Proven leadership skills with 5+ years’ experience managing technical staff. Strong understanding of operational risk, emergency response, and maintenance best practices. Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work under pressure during critical incidents. Willing to be on call 24 X 7 DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.