Engineer (Facilities Engineering)

Company description:

Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Job description:

Engineer (Facilities Engineering)

About the Role

We are seeking a committed Facilities Engineer to join our Facilities Engineering team. You will oversee the planning, execution and quality assurance of engineering and building services, while guiding a team of technical staff to maintain high maintenance and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Operational

• Plan, implement and review maintenance programs for M&E systems and non‑clinical equipment, including sterilization equipment.
• Investigate technical issues, conduct root cause analysis and propose corrective actions.
• Perform reliability assessments, troubleshoot faults and prepare incident/failure investigation reports.
• Manage claims, licensing requirements and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead improvement projects with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Provide technical support for inspections, testing and commissioning of systems and installations.
• Oversee preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance activities, including budgeting and resource planning.
• Ensure accurate documentation, evaluation and execution of maintenance programs and engineering projects.
• Monitor departmental operations, identify improvement areas and drive cost‑effective solutions.
• Supervise contractors and provide guidance to assigned technical staff.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure adherence to ISO, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and hospital management systems.
• Investigate safety incidents and prepare required reports.

People & Process

• Participate in departmentwide improvement initiatives and staff training.
• Review and enhance SOPs and work processes to promote safety, efficiency and collaboration.
• Support a positive working environment and perform duties assigned by the Reporting Officer or Head of Department.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of M&E systems; experience in healthcare facilities is an advantage.
• Good communication skills for coordination with technicians, contractors and clinical staff.
• Independent, proactive, adaptable and able to work under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.