Facilities Manager
We welcome passionate and dedicated professionals who share our belief in the power of education. Together, we can make a meaningful difference to children and society through education.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for managing the full suite of the Facilities Department including but not limited to daily operations of the sub-departments, Landscaping, Maintenance, Housekeeping and Operations support.
Provide overall supervision of the buildings to ensure all systems (security, fire safety, landscaping, electrical) are running smoothly and safely.
Gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of school and departmental policies and procedures and ensure that they are adhered to at all times.
Develop and manage a planned preventive maintenance schedule for respective schools, undertaking the responsibility of facilities work with safety as a priority and so as not to disrupt the school day.
To be responsible for carrying out daily / weekly / monthly checks to ensure that all statutory and advisory inspections are undertaken, recorded and actions implemented - proactively inspecting all facilities of the school including but not limited to E.g. classrooms, staff offices, specialized rooms, sports grounds, play areas, common spaces, any other areas within the school compound.
Schedule, manage and supervise daily works of team members. Prioritize work on a need/time sensitive basis after consultation with the relevant stakeholders.
Regular site walk / review to ensure all school compounds are safe, compliant and well presented.
To take preventative measures and steps to eliminate health and safety risks where possible, and report any hazards immediately.
Liaise with external contractors to manage elevators, fire and emergency systems, landscape, waste disposal, pest control, etc. to ensure the school facilities are well maintained and escorting and advising external contractors attending the school site, ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures.
To monitor construction/renovation contractors work and check completed works prior to handover.
External partner vendors to ensure compliance with policies and ethos of school to maintain safety, security and child protection.
Possible suppliers and vendors for quotations and service contracts, ensuring best value is obtained, when deputizing for the facilities manager.
Various government authorities as needed.
To carry out any ad-hoc tasks and duties as required.
Job Requirements
Possess Diploma in Building Services or Facilities Management
At least 5 years of related work experience, preferably in school environment or similar.
Self-driven and committed individual with excellent follow up.
Results oriented and able to work under pressure.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Competent in Microsoft Office is compulsory.
5-day work week.
- Department
- EtonHouse HQ
About EtonHouse Singapore
EtonHouse emphasises child-led learning, fostering happiness, engagement, open-mindedness, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning. Our inquiry-based pedagogy, established 30 years ago, has made us a leader in education, offering a comprehensive K-12 pathway from Infant Care to High School in Singapore and 9 other countries. The group also manage E-Bridge, part of Singapore's Anchor Operator Scheme for affordable Pre-Schools, and Middleton International School, an affordable through-train international school.