Facilities Manager

The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a building's functionality, maintenance and security, ensuring the safety and suitability of the space for occupants by managing tasks like cleaning, security, repairs, building systems, and space planning, and coordinating with contractors to address maintenance needs.

Responsibilities:

Facilities Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the manufacturing facility, including building systems, equipment, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Manage facility projects, including renovations, expansions, and reconfigurations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and budgetary constraints.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors and service providers for facility maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor facility expenses, review contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Plan and execute routine maintenance schedules for building systems like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety equipment.
• Ensure that basic facilities, such as water and heating, are well-maintained.
• Plan for future development in line with strategic business objectives.
• Keep building and all facilities up to code and accurately follow maintenance protocol
• Implement energy-efficient practices and promote environmentally friendly building operations.
  
  

Security and Emergency Preparedness:

• Oversee security of buildings and grounds
• Ensure proper security measures for the workplace, including collaborating with security system vendors
• Develop and implement security protocols, access control systems, and emergency response plans to protect the facility, employees, and company assets.
• Conduct regular security assessments and drills and make recommendations for improvements to address vulnerabilities.
• Investigate security incidents, accidents, and near-miss events, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Manage the security badge system for employees and visitors.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or equivalent professional level experience
• 5 -7 years of experience in facilities maintenance or equivalent related functions
• 2 – 3 years of experience in facilities management
• Knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations
• Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities management
• Must be a well-organized, detailed and customer (internal and external) oriented self-starter
• Strong procurement and negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment, and maintenance and ability to diagnose and resolve a wide range of facility-related issues.
• Familiarity with relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational, and time management skills with acute attention to detail.
• Able to work on-site on holidays, weekends, and/or evenings, if needed.
• Able to be on call outside of normal working hours.