The Facilities Manager is required to ensure corporate and regulatory compliance of the company’s facilities companywide through design, planning, construction, and maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities using established control processes and procedures.
BSc. in Civil Engineering and working knowledge of engineering software application programmes.
Five (5) years’ experience in management capacity. Preferably in construction or maintenance.
Knowledge of planning, organizing, monitoring and evaluation methods.
Leadership and team management, negotiation and persuasion skills.
Critical thinking, problem solving, analytical and risk management approach.
Ensure maintenance, test, and inspection schedules of equipment are effected and operating safely and efficiently to maximize the life of equipment and reduce the risk of failure.
Monitor the facilities management program, including preventative maintenance and life-cycle requirements.
Manage facility contract services ensuring vendor performance, insurance requirements, government regulations, and safety standards are adhered to.
Oversee the preparation, analysis, negotiation, and review of contracts related to the purchase or sale of equipment, materials, supplies, products or services.
Negotiate contracts to optimize delivery and cost savings for the company.
Plan, assign and direct work for team members, ensuring goals/expectations are set and clarified, regular feedback is provided, and appraisals are conducted.
Research and implement projects and programs to continually reduce energy costs and improve utilization.
Coordinate and manage special projects: plan, arrange, meet, schedule, and monitor results.