â Plan and coordinate all installations (plumbing, HVAC, electricity etc.) and
refurbishments
â Manage the organization’s facilities and equipment
â Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety
standards
â Inspect building structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations
â Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs
â Supervise all facilities staff, external contractors and ensure they meet/exceed
work expectations
â Manage staff accommodation
â Manage organization’s fleet
â Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security
etc.
â Ensure facility insurance coverage is up to date for all assets
â Plan for the future by forecasting the facility’s upcoming needs and requirements
â Perform facility analysis and forecasting
â Develop worksheet for predicting maintenance
â Create weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance reports
â Work with the Operations and Facility Manager to ensure compliance of all
statutory requirements by the Federal Government
â Perform all other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Technical Skills
â Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities
â Knowledge of risk management
â Proficient in MS Office
â Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles
â Familiar with cost-comparative analysis
â Knowledge of legal guidelines for security, public health and safety
â Good reporting skills.
Soft Skills
â Excellent written and verbal communication skills
â Exceptional organisational and admirable leadership skills
â Good analytical/critical thinking skills
â Strong negotiation skill
â Good problem-solving skills
â High accuracy and precise attention to detail
â Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently
â Ability to carry out basic First Aid treatment.
Educational Requirements
â BSc. in Facility Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant
field
â At least 2 years’ experience as a Facility Officer
â Professional, HSE certification is an advantage
Behaviourial Competences
â Must demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and sound judgement
â Must be proactive
â Ability to assist team members when needed to accomplish team goals
â Must be honest and have integrity
â Must be willing to work long hours and be very responsive
â Ability to work under pressure
â Must have the ability to navigate through stressful situations.