Facility Manager

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced, proactive, and highly organized Facility Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, safety, and overall functionality of our housing facilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the facility is safe, clean, well-maintained, and operating efficiently.

Min Qualification: HND Experience Level: Entry level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the housing facility.
• Ensure that all areas of the facility are clean, safe, functional, and properly maintained.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, rooms, common areas, utilities, equipment, and other facility assets.
• Coordinate routine and preventive maintenance activities.
• Identify maintenance issues and ensure that repairs are completed promptly.
• Manage and coordinate external contractors, technicians, cleaners, security personnel, and other service providers.
• Monitor facility utilities, including electricity, water, waste management, plumbing, and other essential services.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, facility assets, inspections, and service providers.
• Develop and monitor facility maintenance schedules and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, security, and relevant facility regulations.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, breakdowns, and facility-related complaints.
• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies, equipment, tools, and other facility materials.
• Monitor the condition and proper use of facility equipment and assets.
• Ensure that residents, staff, visitors, and other occupants follow facility rules and procedures.
• Liaise with management, residents, vendors, and service providers to resolve facility-related concerns.
• Recommend improvements that can enhance the safety, comfort, efficiency, and overall quality of the facility.
• Prepare regular reports on facility operations, maintenance, expenses, and outstanding issues.
• Perform other duties related to facility management as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in facility management, property management, estate management, housing facilities, or a related field.
• HND/Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Estate Management, Engineering, Building Technology, Business Administration, or a related discipline is an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of residential/housing facility operations and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance, utilities, repairs, and facility safety procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate contractors, vendors, and maintenance personnel effectively.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic facility management or record-keeping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and urgent facility needs.