Assistant Facilites Manager (Soft)

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Assistant Facilities Manager

Work Dynamics

What this job involves:

Putting safety in your hands

First things first, your chief concern is to ensure a safer and more comfortable work environment to work in and visit. Part of the checklist you will run through are to plan and execute all preparations needed for meetings and conferences with clients and VIP visits. Likewise, the mailroom, front office and housekeeping all fall into your realm.

Being dedicated to great results

You should be mobile and capable of working anywhere because you will perform daily check-ins around the front office and lobby to ensure high standards. Whatever mix-ups or jams that you spot, you should be quick to figure out the best repairs. Your input and ideas will be sought to help steer the team in directions that help make the facility perform at its best.

A typical day for you also involves contact with vendors—reviewing their services and coordinating with them for the resolution of any service issues.

Sound like you? To apply you need to have:

Core facilities management skills

If you’re a graduate in any discipline, you will most likely to qualify for this role. You should also have 5-7 years of experience in facilities management. It would be great if you have tertiary qualifications in hotel management, building management and/or business.

Outstanding team prowess

Are you equipped to set up a team to success? Can you also play to your strengths and work effectively as a team member? If yes, that’s great—the ability to bring about positive changes and follow through with them will come in handy for this role.