Facility Manager

Responsibilities:
* Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, heat, electricity etc.) and refurbishments
* Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards
* Inspect buildings’ structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations
* Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs
* Supervise all staff facilities staff (custodians, technicians, groundskeepers etc.) and external contractors
* Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security etc.
* Allocate office space according to needs
* Handle insurance plans and service contracts
* Keep financial and non-financial records
* Perform analysis and forecasting.

Requirements and skills :
* Proven experience as facilities manager or relevant position
* Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
* Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent organizational and leadership skills
* Good analytical/critical thinking
* BSc/BA in facility management, engineering, business administration or relevant field
* Relevant professional qualification (e.g. CFM) will be an advantage