Maintenance & Facilities Engineer - Gujarat

Job Purpose

The Maintenance & Facilities Engineer is responsible for ensuring the effective operation, maintenance, safety, and upkeep of school infrastructure, buildings, utilities, equipment, and campus facilities. The role focuses on providing a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors while ensuring compliance with statutory and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Building Maintenance

• Plan, supervise, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance activities for school buildings and infrastructure.
• Ensure timely repair and maintenance of civil, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, firefighting, and utility systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of classrooms, laboratories, hostels, offices, playgrounds, and common areas.
• Maintain records of maintenance schedules, breakdowns, and repairs.

Facilities Management

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and upkeep of campus facilities.
• Ensure uninterrupted functioning of utilities including electricity, water supply, DG sets, pumps, and air-conditioning systems.
• Monitor housekeeping, gardening, pest control, and waste management services.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers for facility-related services.

Project Management

• Supervise renovation, refurbishment, and infrastructure development projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Monitor project quality, timelines, and budgets.
• Verify contractor bills and work completion reports.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Maintain firefighting equipment and emergency preparedness systems.
• Support implementation of workplace health, safety, and safeguarding standards.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Identify and evaluate vendors and contractors.
• Obtain quotations and support procurement processes.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure service-level compliance.
• Maintain annual maintenance contracts (AMCs) and service agreements.

Budgeting & Reporting

• Assist in preparing annual maintenance and facility budgets.
• Monitor expenses and ensure cost-effective utilization of resources.
• Maintain asset registers and maintenance records.
• Submit periodic reports on maintenance activities, projects, and facility performance.

Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.