Senior Facilities Officer

EtonHouse International Education Group; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance operations in a vibrant school environment. In this hands-on role, you will conduct daily inspections, manage maintenance requests, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. You will collaborate with the management team to organize events and training while supervising contractors and staff. If you possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact on the school's environment and operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections for cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of the school.
• Manage maintenance requests and supervise contractors and cleaning staff.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Driven

Education

Diploma in Building Services

Diploma in Facilities Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

• Conduct daily inspections of the school compound for cleanliness, safety, and maintenance.
• Plan and carry out preventive maintenance of facilities, including aircon servicing, kitchen equipment maintenance, painting, and cleaning.
• Handle maintenance requests, update records, and monitor response times.
• Manage maintenance cash float, hardware, and materials procurement.
• Respond promptly to feedback from Principal and Teachers within the same day.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and workplace safety and health (WSH) guidelines.
• Conduct WSH training for cleaning and support staff and maintain training records.
• Collaborate with the management team to plan and execute school events and activities, including setup and teardown.
• Supervise contractors, security, and cleaning staff, ensuring attendance and proper record-keeping.
• Provide coverage during staff absences.
• Monitor cleaning standards and equipment safety among contract cleaning staff.
• Manage external vendors and contractors regarding maintenance works and contracts.
• Ensure compliance of all maintenance activities with safety and environmental regulations.
• Liaise with government authorities such as BCA, NEA, URA.
• Undertake projects and assigned works periodically.
• Handle procurement for maintenance and minor renovations.
• Identify training needs, source courses, and maintain training records.
• Prepare annual training plans for staff.
• Manage logistics and facilities for the school.
• Assist in planning internal events.
• Manage logistics, equipment, and inventory for program delivery.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Must be hands-on with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Possess a Diploma in Building Services or Facilities Management.
• At least 3 years of related experience, preferably in a school environment.
• Self-driven, committed, and with excellent follow-up skills.
• Results-oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.