Senior Facilities Administrator

Kanerika Inc; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanerika Inc. seeks an experienced Facilities Administrator to lead end-to-end operations for a large campus (100,000+ sq. ft.). The role requires hands-on leadership of housekeeping staff and junior executives, plus strong vendor management, SEZ compliance, and workplace safety.

The successful candidate will mentor a team, interface with senior management and regulatory authorities, and drive cost optimization while maintaining high standards of operations and compliance.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in office/facilities administration, with leadership exposure.
• 3-4 years in a supervisory role overseeing housekeeping and junior staff.
• Proven track record managing facilities of 100,000+ sq. ft.
• Strong familiarity with SEZ operations and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent vendor management, negotiation, and contract oversight.
• Proficient in MS Office, Excel reporting, and facility management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end facility operations for a large campus (100,000+ sq. ft.).
• Supervise and mentor housekeeping staff, executives, and support personnel.
• Plan staff schedules and workload distribution across the facility.
• Conduct performance reviews, training, and skill development for the facilities team.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, upkeep, cleanliness, and maintenance of the premises.
• Manage seating arrangements, workspace allocations, and large-scale moves/expansions.
• Develop and enforce SOPs for facility upkeep across floors/buildings; ensure SEZ compliance.
• Liaise with SEZ officials, government authorities, and auditors; maintain documentation.
• Manage vendor SLAs, billing cycles, and contract renewals; oversee utilities, IT, HVAC, pantry, housekeeping.
• Oversee inventory and lifecycle tracking of assets and consumables.
• Manage facility budgets and drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Coordinate travel for employees and guests; arrange visa/ticketing where needed.
• Own fire safety compliance and safety drills; ensure security procedures are followed.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Vendor management

SEZ compliance

Workforce management

Safety & compliance

MS Office/Excel

Operations planning

Budgeting

Tools

None

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Facilities Administrator with 8-10 years of experience to lead end-to-end facility operations across a large campus (100,000+ sq. ft.). This role requires proven experience managing a workforce that includes housekeeping staff and junior executives, along with strong command over vendor management, SEZ compliance, and workplace safety. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader capable of running operations independently, mentoring a team, and interfacing with senior management and regulatory authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Team & Workforce Management Lead, supervise, and mentor a team including housekeeping staff, facility executives, and support personnel
• Plan staff schedules, and workload distribution across the facility
• Conduct performance reviews, training, and skill development for the facilities team
• Act as the primary escalation point for team-related and operational issues Office & Facility Management (100,000+ sq. ft.)
• Oversee day-to-day operations of a large campus/office premises, including upkeep, cleanliness, and maintenance
• Manage seating arrangements, workspace allocations, and large-scale office moves/expansions
• Develop and enforce SOPs for facility upkeep across multiple floors/buildings Compliance & SEZ Coordination
• Ensure full adherence to Special Economic Zone (SEZ) rules, norms, and reporting requirements
• Liaise with SEZ officials, government authorities, and auditors; maintain all statutory documentation
• Track and manage regulatory renewals (fire safety licenses, AMC contracts, occupancy certifications, etc.) Vendor & Asset Management
• Manage and negotiate with service providers across utilities, IT infrastructure, HVAC, pantry, and housekeeping contracts
• Own vendor SLAs, billing cycles, and contract renewals for a facility of this scale
• Maintain inventory and lifecycle tracking of office assets, consumables, and equipment
• Manage facility budgets and cost optimization initiatives Travel & Logistics Support
• Oversee international and domestic travel bookings for employees and guests
• Coordinate visa documentation, ticketing, and accommodation arrangements Health, Safety & Security
• Own fire safety compliance, emergency preparedness drills, and workplace safety protocols across the facility
• Ensure security procedures are implemented, audited, and regularly reviewed
• Lead incident response and risk mitigation for facility-related emergencies

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in office/facilities administration, with at least 3-4 years in a leadership/supervisory capacity
• Demonstrated experience managing a workforce of housekeeping staff and junior executives
• Proven track record handling facilities of 100,000+ sq. ft.
• Strong familiarity with SEZ office operations and compliance frameworks
• Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel reporting, and facility management/tracking tools
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently, handle confidential information, and manage multiple priorities under minimal supervision