Overview
BMS Supervisor – Design & Commissioning Jobs in Gauteng, South Africa at Teraco – A Digital Realty Company
Title: BMS Supervisor – Design & Commissioning
Company: Teraco – A Digital Realty Company
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Teraco Data Environments
2025/04/08 Gauteng
Job Reference Number: BMSSDC
Department: Infrastructure Management
Business Unit
Industry: Information Technology
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
To lead and coordinate the design, setup, and commissioning of Building Management Systems (BMS) in new build and infrastructure upgrade projects.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This role ensures that all systems are installed, configured, and tested according to design specifications and project timelines, while supervising technicians and managing vendor activities.
OBJECTIVES
The objective of the BMS Supervisor on the Design and Commissioning side is to oversee the successful setup and implementation of Building Management Systems during new builds or major upgrades. This includes managing the initial configuration of alarms and devices, establishing baseline system parameters, and ensuring accurate first and second fix routing. The role is also responsible for supervising commissioning technicians, setting up BMS networks, and coordinating with vendors and contractors to ensure timely and compliant delivery of BMS infrastructure. A key focus is on delivering a fully functional, tested, and optimised BMS environment ready for operational handover.
Main Functions Of The Job
Supervise and coordinate commissioning technicians during all phases of BMS implementation.
Oversee first and second fix installation routing, ensuring alignment with project and design standards.
Configure and test initial device setups, alarms, and baseline logic across all BMS systems.
Set up and validate BMS networks, ensuring secure and stable communication between system components.
Manage vendor and contractor activities, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and quality standards.
Participate in design reviews and provide input on system architecture and integration.
Perform site inspections and attend commissioning meetings to track progress and resolve issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system readiness for handover to operational teams.
Job Requirements
Skills Requirement
Strong leadership and supervisory skills with hands-on commissioning experience.
In-depth knowledge of BMS architecture, protocols, and integration standards.
Proficiency in first and second fix installation practices and standards.
Familiarity with alarm logic, device configuration, and control systems.
Competency in vendor coordination, project planning, and reporting.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Qualifications And Experience
BMS certification /training (Schneider ecostruxure or equivalent)
3–5 years experience in BMS commissioning, preferably in data centers, commercial buildings, or critical infrastructure.
Proven experience supervising teams and coordinating external contractors.
Experience with industry-standard BMS platforms (e.g., Schneider, Honeywell, Siemens).
Network configuration experience (IP addressing, BACnet/IP, Modbus, etc.) is highly desirable
