Position Summary:
The Facility Operations Supervisor is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, functionality, and safety of an organization's physical assets (buildings, equipment, and grounds). This role ensures a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for all occupants by managing staff, coordinating vendor activities, and maintaining critical building systems
Key Responsibilities:
- Safety & Compliance: Enforce all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations (e.g., OSHA, local codes). Conduct regular facility inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards and ensure all compliance documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Team Leadership: Hire, train, schedule, and directly supervise a team of maintenance technicians, janitorial staff, and tradespeople. Assign work orders, monitor performance, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to high standards.
- Operations & Maintenance Management: Direct and supervise all facility operations, including the planning and execution of routine maintenance, preventive maintenance (PM) schedules, and emergency repairs for essential building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, etc.)
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Manage relationships, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs) with external vendors and contractors for specialized services (e.g., large-scale repairs, renovations). Solicit bids and monitor work quality.
- Budgeting & Reporting: Assist in developing and managing the operational budget for the facilities department, tracking expenditure, and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Prepare regular reports on facility performance, repair status, and asset conditions for management.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
- Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in facility maintenance or engineering.
- Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems troubleshooting and repair.
- Proficiency with CMMS software (e.g., Maximo, SAP, etc.) for work order & Spare Parts management.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and team leadership skills. Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects under pressure.
