Senior Facilities Officer, Building Works (Jul - Dec 2026)

The English Schools Foundation (ESF); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation in Hong Kong is looking for a Senior Facilities Officer to oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of ESF facilities. The role involves coordinating maintenance activities, managing procurement processes, and building a comprehensive maintenance database.

Ideal candidates will have a Degree/HD in Building Surveying with 6-8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities also include ensuring quality control and customer satisfaction. Fluency in English and Cantonese is desirable for effective communication.

Qualifications

• Degree/HD in Building Surveying or related fields.
• 6-8 years of practical maintenance management experience.
• Workshop and direct supervision experience in building fabric repairs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Administer maintenance works and procurement processes.
• Build a maintenance database for planning and financial administration.

Skills

Building fabric repairs

Maintenance management

Interpersonal skills

Budget planning

Fluency in English

Cantonese

Education

Degree/HD in Building Surveying

Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate

Tools

Maintenance database software

Quality control tools

Job description

ESF Centre is recruiting for a Senior Facilities Officer, Building Works from July to December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance within ESF facilities to a level that is fit for ESF needs
• Formulate, plan, execute and monitor preventative maintenance activities for assigned schools in accordance with ESF policy and procedures
• Administer maintenance works including implementation of procurement, issuance of work orders, quality control of the works, coordination with school stakeholders, handling the payment process
• Collect, maintain, update, analyse as‑built information and maintenance records from FDD project team or 3rd parties
• Build a maintenance database and define its best usage for maintenance planning/ordering and financial administration
• Review/analyse real‑life cases and recommend both short and long‑term improvement suggestions
• Conduct quality control activities and customer satisfaction survey
• Provide expertise recommendations to assigned schools upon request
• Organise regular meetings and produce notes/minutes for follow‑up purposes
• Maintain and update equipment/materials inventory database, works order system, approved contractor/consultant and specialist contractor lists
• Observe and apply the latest market practice/knowledge to improve ESF practice

Requirements

• Degree/HD in Building Surveying or Building Services related fields
• Professional body membership is preferable but not a must
• Workshop and direct supervision experience in building fabric repairs such as concrete repairs, leakage repairs, waterproofing application, decoration works such as plastering/painting/carpentry works, façade inspection and repairs, fabrication of metal frames
• Workshop or direct supervision experience in pipe works construction, switch gears testing/repairs, pumps maintenance, electrical power distribution system maintenance, ventilation fans and ducting maintenance, fume cupboard maintenance
• Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate holder
• Training in safety supervision is preferable
• 6‑8 years of practical maintenance management experience gained from consulting firms, service providers or building owners for SFO post

Abilities

• Development of a comprehensive maintenance plan includes time/cost/quality/safety
• Know‑how of technical specification/method of building repairs
• Know‑how of building works and building fabrics like water re‑roofing, painting, concrete spalling, metal works, woodworks, external façade, tiles flooring etc and maintenance practice
• Ability to develop maintenance specifications based on manufacturer’s information, established standards, statutory requirements or market best practice
• Tender and contract format development
• Fluency in oral and written English, Cantonese (desirable)
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Selection of best life‑cycle cost/investment alternative
• Budget planning and control
• Translate specialist information to laymen’s terms
• Apply the latest technology with a focus on sustainability and cost‑effectiveness

Knowledge

• Good understanding of statutory requirements, COP and standards
• Maintenance works practice and safety precaution
• Development of database
• Minor works, MBIS, MWIS, BEEO/BEC and maintenance contract implementation

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF’s Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well‑being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.