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Our organization is a dynamic and innovative real estate company, serving as both a developer and investor with a primary focus on logistics real estate. We are expanding our portfolio to include cutting-edge data centre development projects and are therefore seeking experienced data centre professionals.

Operating at programme level, the Controls and Monitoring SME will lead the development of standards and best practices for Building Management Systems (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) across data centre developments. The role also focuses on reviewing controls and monitoring designs through RIBA Stage 3, ensuring compliance with programme-wide requirements, local standards, and hyperscaler specifications. Beyond RIBA Stage 3, the engineer will support project teams during tender evaluations, development, commissioning, and integration phases, driving robust, scalable, and secure controls infrastructure. In addition, the role champions knowledge sharing, equipping teams with expertise and fostering continuous improvement in controls engineering practices.

More concretely, this means you will get the opportunity to:

 

Standards and Governance:

• Define and maintain programme-wide standards, templates, procedures and best practices for BMS and EPMS systems
• Ensure alignment with local regulations, hyperscaler requirements, and Goodman protocols.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation in controls engineering.and comment on all design information in collaboration with the Goodman engineering team to ensure it is buildable, commissionable, and compliant with Goodman’s requirements and those of the end-user.

Design Compliance & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the projects are delivered in safe and sustainable manner.
• Support programme and project levels design managers for definition of controls and monitoring scope of work per each phase.
• Actively participate in multiple data centre and substation projects in projects from concept to end of detail design to ensure Goodman’s standards, International and local rules and regulations are met.
• Provide feedback to update standards where necessary.
• Review consultant deliverables for safety, scope compliance, spatial coordination, constructability, and maintainability.
• Verify capacity equipment specifications and diagrams for BMS and EPMS systems.
• Conduct technical bid review for General Contractor and main equipment vendors.
• Provide answers to consultant, designer and general contractor RFI’s.
• Provide technical support for information requests during the procurement of contractors/sub-contractors/manufacturers, as well as the design execution during the construction

Commissioning support:        

• Support commissioning teams in validating controls functionality and system performance.
• Review test scripts and acceptance criteria for integrated systems.
• Review commissioning results for integrated systems.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Innovation:

• Engage with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align controls strategies with operational goals.
• Engage in technical workshops with clients to align and explain controls and monitoring strategies.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies in building automation and data centre monitoring.
• Promote standardisation and continuous improvement of controls and monitoring practices across projects.
• Educate internal stakeholders on the controls and monitoring standards being implemented.

 

 

Do you recognize yourself?

 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8 years’ experience in controls and monitoring systems for mission-critical environments.
• Proficiency in BMS, EPMS, SCADA platforms and integration protocols (e.g., BACnet, Modbus, SNMP).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in English.
• Expertise in designing and implementing building automation systems for Data Centres
• Ability to lead technical reviews and resolve complex integration challenges
• Strong documentation and presentation skills
• detail-oriented with a methodical approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

How will we reward you?

At Goodman, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total reward package and a range of benefits, including: 

 

• Competitive fixed compensation
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme 
• Eligibility to participate in Goodman’s share scheme (if applicable) 
• Electric company car with a European charging card, or car allowance 
• Continuous learning and development opportunities 
• Flexible working arrangements (one day of working from home per week) 
• A collaborative culture supported by team events and social activities 
• An ergonomic workplace in our state-of- the-art offices 
• Additional country- specific benefits 

Not sure if you fit the profile? Let’s find out together!

 

About Goodman  

Goodman Group develops, owns and manages the infrastructure that keeps goods moving and data flowing. We build and operate logistics facilities and data centres in strategic locations across the world. Together with leading institutional investors, we invest in and manage these assets to support long-term growth and the digital economy

Goodman operates in key consumer markets in 15 countries across Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas. We are the largest property group listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and invest significantly alongside our capital partners in our investment Partnerships. Our Continental European headquarter is based in Belgium and we are active in 7 European countries, including offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Luxembourg, Madrid, Barcelona, Milan and Paris. 

Our culture is based on collaboration, ownership and a mindset of seizing the opportunity. We take ownership of our decisions, work together to achieve shared success, an create an environment where everyone is empowered to learn, grow and have impact. 

 

Building for the future 

Building and operating essential infrastructure comes with a real environmental impact. At Goodman, we don't shy away from that. We see it as a responsibility we owe to the generations who'll come after us, and as an opportunity to keep doing better, project after project. In practice, that means taking a long-term view of how what we build holds up over time, and building teams where different perspectives are genuinely valued. Because words only carry us so far, what counts is what actually gets achieved. It's an ongoing effort, made of small decisions as much as big ones, and one where the right people can push what's possible even further.