Job Description

The Data Center Facilities Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and reliable operation of our data centre infrastructure. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the facility's operation, including power, cooling, fire protection, security, and environmental controls. Other responsibilities include managing data center floor space and security. You will also lead a team of outsourced technicians and contractors, to manage projects, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

Key objectives are to:

•Maximize uptime: Ensure the data centre infrastructure meets the required availability levels and minimizes downtime, preventing outages, service and data loss.

•Maintain system redundancy: Implement and manage redundant systems for critical infrastructure to ensure smooth operation even during maintenance or unexpected events. Ensure maintenance regime is adhered to and any arising gaps remediated in a timely manner.

•Control operational expenses: Manage budgets effectively and find cost-saving opportunities for maintenance, upgrades, and external services

•Plan and strategize data center requirements to meet SIA current and future IT roadmap.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage:

•A team of outsourced data centre technicians and contractors, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.

•Projects related to the maintenance, upgrade, and expansion / optimization of the data centre infrastructure.

•Hosting sites are run as per SLA and within limits of key data centre operating parameters for power cooling and environmental settings

•Emergency response plans for diverse scenarios like power outages, fires, or natural disaster

Ensure optimal performance:

•Of critical infrastructure systems, including power distribution, cooling systems, fire suppression systems, and security systems.

•Of the data centre environment, maintaining optimal temperature, humidity, and air quality.

•Of operational efficiency and resource utilization.

Plan and execute:

•Preventive maintenance schedules and corrective actions for identified issues.

•Emergency response procedures in case of power outages, equipment failures, or other disruptions.

•Budgetary allocation and resource management for the data centre facilities.

Maintain compliance:

•With all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

•Lead and manage data center audits

•Documentation for all systems and procedures.

Collaborate:

•With IT and other teams to ensure the smooth integration of data centre operations with other critical functions.

•With external vendors and service providers to maintain and upgrade equipment and systems.

Data Cente strategy and migration:

•Responsible for providing Data centre design and construction inputs, sustainability initiatives, and energy efficiency optimization

•Work with IT team for data centres space and power requirements

•Work with and support IT team for any data centre migration as required

•Responsible for writing Datacenter related tenders such as maintenance contract, co-location sourcing etc. and writing management approval papers.

Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with minimum 5 years relevant industry experience or Diploma in electrical engineering with a minimum of 10 years of experience in datacentre infrastructure and facility management

•Familiar with fire safety rules and regulations associated with operating complex datacenter infrastructure

•Proficient in data centre monitoring and management software

•Familiar with data center fiber and structure cabling would be a added advantage

•Possess Datacenter certification eg. CDCP, CDFOM

•Familiar with TIA-942-B design standards for Datacenter, Uptime Standards and ASHRAE requirements

•Familiar with IT hardware specifications and computer racking requirements for datacenter space and power planning.

•Excellent organizational/administrative skills as well as strong communications & interpersonal skills

•Must be a positive, collaborative, active excellent problem-solver, being customer service oriented and conscientious.

•Willing to work on non-office hour and weekend including public holidays

About us

Dyson’s multidisciplinary Energy Storage development team is responsible for delivering cells from early prototypes in the UK, through to volume manufacture in a Singapore plant. The cells that the team delivers will push the boundaries of performance, power density, and efficiency. These cells will drive new high value Dyson products with step improvements over our competitors.

Dyson Energy Storage is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Senior Manager to work closely with engineering, Manufacturing, development and finance teams to set up supply chain for the new department. As part of the team, you will have a significant contribution to increasing the speed at which engineering can innovate. Your work will have a direct impact on our ability to scale prototype concepts and builds while continuing to innovate our products and processes.

About the role

• Design and build end to end supply chain process for Dyson Energy Storage (Battery) business division from Cell to Pack.
• Design planning, logistics, warehousing, cell traceability strategy and implementation
• Define metrics and performance standards.
• Ensure standards and compliance due diligence are pro-actively looked after and drive smooth supply chain operations.
• Lead search, negotiation and qualification of vendors associated within supply chain (3PL, Warehouse, etc.) and ensure successful deployment.
• Experience in Equipment procurement (manufacturing equipment) is highly desirable.

About you

• Demonstrated experience in the capacity of a supply chain expert in a manufacturing company and environment.
• In-depth knowledge and proven track record on end to end supply chain management and set up.
• Experience in Greenfield project with large CAPEX.
• Experience in sourcing, selecting, contracting, and negotiating manufacturing production equipment.
• Experience in sourcing, selecting, contracting and operating 3rd party supply chain vendors.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.

Responsibilities:

• Manage projects and customers in both Medical and Industrial related aspects
• Secure sales for new and recurring projects
• Ensure customer satisfaction in product quality, delivery and service

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in Electronics Engineering
• At least 3 years of Project Management experience in Electronics manufacturing environment
• Able to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong in project management and customer service skills
• Strong customer focus and goal-orientated
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Dyson Overview

There was a time in our history when all people knew Dyson for was vacuums. But what began with one man and one idea inside a coach house in Wiltshire, has since transformed into an 14,000-strong global technology company spanning multiple product categories and more than 70 countries around the world.

But the transformation of Dyson is far from over. Our technology pipeline stretches 30 years into the future and will see more new product categories emerge – four by 2022 alone. Dyson’s place in the connected world sits at the heart of our strategy – our future is increasingly cantered on digital technologies that are intelligent and connected. Critical to this transformation and growth agenda is our manufacturing and procurement team.

Our Singapore story began in 2004 and today we have more than 2,000 people working here. At the beginning of 2017 we opened our new, state of the art, Singapore Technology Centre in Science Park I, minutes from Singapore’s technology and start-up community. This new Technology Centre houses some of Dyson’s most advanced facilities including Robotics and Sensors laboratories and Smart Home, Connectivity & Mobile Applications laboratories as well as an Advanced Control Tower with the latest technology to develop its analytics-driven activities.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager, Cell Manufacturing, shall lead the manufacturing process definition, and industrialization, including brown and or green field start-up, and hand over to general management operations within the factory once full ramped to sustaining operations. The successful candidate shall work closely with Research Design & Development (RDD) engineering, facilities, equipment suppliers, and other, to define the specifications required for manufacturing of battery cell and battery pack manufacturing. This position plays a pivotal role in optimising and streamlining specific production processes to ensure efficient operations. The role involves analysing existing processes, identifying bottlenecks, planning implementation, monitoring and providing solutions to enhance productivity and quality. It is also expected to lead the team of Manufacturing Engineers to study the engineering fundamentals of materials, process and equipment design interactions through systematic design of experiments or troubleshooting methodologies, to achieve the final product design specifications, as well as quality, yield, safety and reliability. Additionally, the role shall deliver a value driven manufacturing engineering strategy, ensuring the most efficient and most sustainable investment return for Dyson. The role is based in South East Asia, leveraging Dyson’s production equipment suppliers to mass produce the Dyson’s energy storage solutions, meeting compliance with environmental, health, and safety guidelines.

About the role:

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in material, polymer, chemical, electrochemical engineering or other relevant fields related to process and material fundamentals. Minimum 12 years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, high volume manufacturing organization preferably with high precision automated manufacturing exposure.
• At least 5 years in a senior leadership role in factory operations or mass production environment.
• Strong knowledge in battery cell manufacturing, especially in process engineering, integration and yield enhancement in Electrode and/or Separator fabrication.
• Experience in new product transition to manufacturing and industrialization process involving concepts and feasibilities, pilot lines and manufacturing scale up validation testing.
• Strong cross functional people and management experience in a fast-paced technology. environment, developing novel process and test methods.
• New factory start-up experience is preferable.
• Track record with strategy for mass production operational excellence, complying to regulatory requirements, utility efficiency, and environment sustainability.
• Strong people management and project management skills.
• Experience in operating and developing an automated production system and process for ensuring a value driven maximum ROI at minimum CAPEX cost.
• Experience in managing CAPEX budgets and selecting and approving suppliers for procurement purposes.
• Strong background in 6 Sigma / data-based analysis of process performances preferable.
• Proven track record delivering results under pressure, with compressed development schedules .
• Experience in automating solutions for mass production efficiency (Robotics, AIV/AGV, Material Handling Automation).
• Strong background in test methodology, measurement system analysis (GR&R) including statistical process control and process capability / characterization
• Preferable experience in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) methodology
• Industry 4.0 and Digitalisation experience (Digital Twin, Tecnomatix Simulation, MES, Big Data etc.)
• Sound knowledge and track record in automation equipment safety (CE marking / safety circuits) and hazardous material handling (familiarity with ATEX, SCDF, NEA, MOM, etc. regulations).
• Willing to travel 10-30% time during new product transition and supplier engagement periods.

About you:

Strategic:
- A long-term thinker, working within a disruptive agenda
- Commercial awareness:
- Technical, personal and leadership credibility combined with commercial awareness, to work effectively across other functions in RDD &Operations as well as Commercial. Legal, Claims, Performance and our Markets.
- High impact and influential, listened to. Able to think on your feet, smart.

Change Agent:
- Adapt at reading the future and being able to deliver to that, at pace, ahead of the game. Situations change rapidly so resilience and ability to adapt quickly are key.
- Continuous improvement mindset and seeks out differences and challenges assumptions.
- Has courage and is bold. Perseveres to get the best result.

Problem Solver:
- Much of what we do hasn’t been done before. You’ll need to be a problem solver who can apply disruptive thinking to get to the right answer. A wrong thinker who spots connections and sees opportunities when others don’t and tests and explores. A pragmatic approach to product development focused on growing the business.

Broad knowledge:
- You’ll need to have a broad engineering knowledge, specifically in the Energy Storage are a, that supports a proven track record of bringing products to market.
- Your responsibilities may be updated as your job role changes

Technology Support Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Firm in the Technology function, including but not limited to software, hardware, networking infrastructure and applications
• Providing support in IT/ IS functions such as networking, mobile device, remote, audio visual, telephony and security
• Conducting basic in-house application training sessions to our user community
• Drafting, updating and managing documentation as part of the work process
• Collaborating with other members of the Technology team and Business Services team to come up with practical and effective solutions to meet business operational needs
• Participating in and contributing to special projects in support of Firm initiatives
• Assisting the team with related ad-hoc duties, where necessary

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Technologies that include but are not limited to Windows Operating System and Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience with other mainstream software systems (e.g. iOS, Mac OSX, Android) and/or technical skills related to an ability to do basic logic design and programming with simple scripts; or using industry standard visual basic, power-shell, will be ideal
• Industry standard current certifications by Microsoft, Cisco, HP, Application solution vendors will be helpful
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in a corporate environment. Experience working in a law firm would be an advantage
• Honesty, integrity and professionalism are key pillars to how we operate in our environment. You must be able to handle sensitive matters and maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, planning and critical thinking skills. You are able to multi-task, and handle multiple projects as well as changing priorities to support business needs
• You demonstrate a sense of urgency and the ability to work and respond to a fast-paced environment, as well as flexibility in adjusting hours to meet operational and business needs
• A strong team player with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, to facilitate effective working relationships within the Technology team, our user community and stakeholders

We look forward to receiving your applications. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team, focusing on the management of equity grants to our employees worldwide. This role requires a keen understanding of legal frameworks, equity compensation plans, and international regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Equity Plan Administration: Manage and administer global equity plans, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and other employee equity incentives.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local legal requirements by staying updated on existing and new legislation. Advise management on needed actions.
• Document Management: Prepare and maintain legal documents related to equity distribution, such as grant agreements, plan documents, and employee communications.
• Employee Assistance: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding equity plan participation, including enrollment, vesting, and exercising options.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with the legal, HR, and finance teams to coordinate and streamline the equity grant process.
• Reporting and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of equity transactions and prepare reports for internal and external audits.
• Policy Development: Assist in developing and updating policies and procedures related to global equity management.
• Support: Provide support to HR and other departments on equity-related matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or in a similar role with a focus on equity management.
• Familiarity with global equity plans and international legal compliance.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in legal research and understanding of legal terminology.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge of tax implications related to equity compensation in various jurisdictions is a plus.

Pharmeng Technology has been providing quality services to leading manufacturers of healthcare and pharmaceutical products since 1997. Our specialists hold expertise in Commissioning & Qualification, Validation, Quality Systems, Regulatory Affairs, Engineering and Training to ensure that our clients can keep on providing the world with their cost-effective and high-standard healthcare products. At PharmEng Technology, we strive to cultivate the best working environment where empowerment, passion and perseverance are nurtured while serving our clients to achieve their unique business goals. We are seeking an experienced Cleaning Validation Specialist with solid experience in equipment qualification and pharmaceutical solutions in Life Science industries for a role in Singapore.

Objectives of this Role:

A Cleaning Validation Specialist is responsible for ensuring that cleaning procedures for equipment and facilities in highly regulated industries, such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical devices, are effective and meet regulatory requirements. The job description for a Cleaning Validation Specialist may include the following responsibilities:

Develop and execute cleaning validation protocols for equipment and facilities to ensure they are cleaned to appropriate levels and are free from contamination.

Perform risk assessments and develop risk-based cleaning validation plans to ensure equipment and facilities are cleaned to appropriate levels.

Develop and implement cleaning procedures, methods, and acceptance criteria for equipment and facilities to ensure consistent and effective cleaning.

Review and approve cleaning validation protocols, reports, and related documentation.

Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and engineering, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Investigate and troubleshoot cleaning validation issues and provide recommendations for corrective and preventive actions.

Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to cleaning validation.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or any related field.
• Solid 3 and up years of experience with specific experience within (bio) pharmaceutical (or related industries) and GMP is desirable; Junior with a minimum of 2 years is welcome to apply.
• Proven experience in cleaning validation in a regulated industry is highly valued.
• Has a knowledge in regulatory requirements such as FDA, GMP, and ISO.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are also important for this role.
• Proficient in English, both in speaking and in writing.

Why PharmEng Technology?

Our consultants come from different areas of the Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Medical Device industries and have extensive experiences obtained from world-class organizations in North America, Europe and Asia. At PharEng Technology, we value everyone's unique talents and work together to support our clients. We offer continuous career growth, competitive wages, opportunities for travel and a team mentality that sets us apart from our competitors. It is the growth of our staff that continues to grow our company globally.

EEOC Statement

At PharmEng Technology, we don't just accept difference --- we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. PharmEng Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About Us:

At Technology Services Group Pte Ltd, we're at the forefront of fintech innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions in the US and UK markets. We value a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, where every team member contributes to our drive for innovation. We are expanding our team and looking for dynamic individuals with a passion for digital marketing and a special focus on TikTok.

Job Description:

We are on the lookout for a Digital Marketing Executive with a knack for TikTok and a broad skill set in online marketing. You will be at the heart of our digital marketing operations, taking the lead on TikTok campaigns while also assisting efforts across Google Ads, YouTube, and Facebook. This role is pivotal in shaping our digital marketing strategies, boosting our online presence, and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• TikTok Campaign Management: Lead our TikTok marketing initiatives. Develop, implement, and optimize innovative campaigns tailored to the TikTok audience, ensuring high engagement and brand visibility.
• Multi-Platform Campaign Management: Manage and fine-tune digital advertising campaigns across Google Ads, YouTube, and Facebook, aligning them with our performance objectives.
• Content Creation & Collaboration: Work closely with our content team to craft compelling, platform-specific content, with a strong emphasis on TikTok's unique format and audience.
• Data-Driven Strategy: Utilize campaign data to inform decisions, continually refining strategies to enhance ROI.
• Budget Efficiency: Oversee advertising budgets, focusing on cost-effective strategies and maximum ROI.
• SEO and SEM: Execute robust SEO and SEM tactics to bolster our online presence.
• Social Media Expertise: Apart from TikTok, maintain a vibrant presence on platforms like Facebook, engaging with our audience and amplifying brand awareness.
• Performance Reporting: Regularly report on campaign metrics, offering insights and strategies for future improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Strong track record in digital marketing, with a particular emphasis on TikTok, alongside proficiency in Google Ads, YouTube, and Facebook.
• In-depth knowledge of digital marketing principles, including SEO, SEM, and social media marketing.
• Experience with data analysis and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, TikTok Analytics).
• Creative mindset with a talent for generating innovative marketing ideas.
• Exceptional communication skills and team collaboration.
• Effective project and time management capabilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Installation, maintenance and servicing of a wide variety of equipment including but not limited to:
• General security systems
• Alarm systems
• CCTV systems
• Access control systems
• Troubleshoot problems encountered on site
• Provide feedback to management on issues faced on the ground
• Maintain accurate and consistent set of work instructions service delivery processes

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Professional Certificate/Nitec, Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Engineering (Electrical/Electronic) or equivalent

• 2 year(s) of working experience in the related field is preferred for this position

• No experience is required

• Candidate must possess a Class 3 driving license

The University Advancement Office (UAO) supports NTU’s giving mission by fostering meaningful relationships and strategic partnerships with philanthropists, alumni, business community partners, corporations, foundations, and friends that result in goodwill and philanthropy towards education and research that underpin a shared sustainable future.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Executive, Information Management (IM) will work with the IM team to build and maintain an effective database management system, serving as a foundation for supporting alumni and donor engagement initiatives across NTU. Other key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the success rate of marketing campaigns.

• Delivering accurate and meaningful data to support comprehensive analyses and research efforts.

• Assisting in the maintenance of systems and software under the purview of both UAO and the Office of Alumni Engagement.

• Providing training to system end users.

• Gathering system requirements to meet new and changing business needs.

Requirements:

Experienced working with database management systems or databases. Proficiency in Chinese is essential as the candidate is expected to review database records in Chinese. Possess good administrative and communication skills.   

Experience in using fundraising software and an advance user of Microsoft applications. Possess strong interpersonal, managerial and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders of all levels. Technically savvy and ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.

Applicants should have at least a Diploma in Information Technology (or equivalent certification in a related domain), with a minimum of two years’ working experience in customer service, and two years of relevant and related working experience in a database-related role.

Job Responsibilities

• Account Planning & Management
• Service existing accounts and prospect for new customers via cold calls, face-to-face meetings, conferences, marketing and business networking events
• Understand & identify customers’ needs through in-depth account planning and profiling on customers’ requirements
• Work closely with business channel partners, distributors and technical team to deliver technical solutions
• Ensure orders are properly delivered, received and invoiced
• Timely follow-up on customers’ requests and sales deliveries
• Provide regular updates on sales opportunity, pipeline, activities and feedback to the Management
• Achieve and exceed sales revenue and GP target
• Ensure all outstanding payments from clients are collected on time

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma with at least 1 year of corporate sales experience in ICT solutions or its related fields
• Sales-driven and self-motivated
• Outgoing & pleasant personality
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, multi-task and meet project timelines

Job Description

• Industry/ Organization Type: IT / Consultancy (Real Estate/Property Management)
• Position Title: Business Technology Consultant / IT Support Consultant
• Working Location: Bugis
• Working Hours: 5 days (Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM)
• Salary Package: Basic Salary up to $5,000 + AWS + Variable Bonus + Wellness Benefits
• Duration: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Software Application support services and technical consulting for clients across Asia.
• Manage data services for clients across Asia.
• Capture business requirements, develop specifications and perform software customizations for clients.
• Document Process and Case Study for Knowledge Base.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned.

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• Diploma or Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience with IT/Technology is required.
• Knowledge of SQL is required.
• Knowledge of report writing tools such as Crystal Report, SQL Server Reporting Service (SSRS).
• Good troubleshooting techniques to identify and document root causes of software issues.
• Real Estate industry knowledge and/or Accounting knowledge are an advantage, but not mandatory, as training will be provided.

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The Visa Talent Acquisition team is responsible for implementing strategies to identify, attract and hire quality, diverse group of candidates to build a strong and long-term pipeline of talent across Singapore and Asia Pacific. This team is focused on delivering best-in-class recruiting service to our Technology teams who are revolutionizing global payment technology. The Technology organization at Visa is undergoing a significant transformation in the way that we build, manage, support, and productize technology. They are solving substantial, complex technical problems and having the right talent is core to the success of Technology.

Working in partnership with IMDA, the Visa Technology Traineeship Program (VTTP) aims to change the mix of workforce in Singapore by growing a pipeline of strong local talent to address people needs for the wider Technology and Fintech industry. Together with a dedicated program team, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be part of the Talent Acquisition Workstream to help drive the attraction and assessment of trainees and to bring them onboard into Visa.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the Visa program team to support the full recruiting cycle of VTTP candidates including, but not limited to sourcing, screening, interview process management, maintaining candidate relationships, creating and extending offers to successful candidates
• Provide accurate and timely status updates on hiring to the program team
• Partner with training workstream to ensure a seamless transition for candidate experience from acquisition to onboarding to training induction
• Collaborate with hiring managers and other People teams for conversion process of trainees to potential placements
• Stay up to date with the progress of the traineeship program key achievements and raise any risks or issues to the program team
• Facilitate any other administrative activities relating to hires