ENGINEER, HEALTHCARE ENGINEERING SERVICES

Bandar Dato’ Onn Specialist Hospital; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a Head of Facility to lead strategic planning, operation, and maintenance of all hospital facilities and engineering services, ensuring safe, efficient environments for patients and staff.

The role oversees compliance with healthcare regulations, energy management, preventive maintenance, and 24/7 availability of critical systems, supporting uninterrupted clinical operations and safe care delivery.

Job description

Job Summary

The Head of Facility is responsible for the strategic planning, operation, maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement of all hospital facilities and engineering services. The role ensures that all buildings, medical infrastructure, utilities, and support services operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards. The position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors while supporting uninterrupted clinical operations.

Key Responsibilities

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  Facilities Management
  

  Develop and implement facility management strategies aligned with hospital objectives. Oversee the maintenance of hospital buildings, infrastructure, and grounds. Ensure uninterrupted operation of critical systems including:

  
  
  
  
  • HVAC systems
  
  
  • Electrical distribution
  
  
  • Water supply
  
  
  • Medical gas systems
  
  
  • Fire protection systems
  
  
  • Vertical transportation (lifts)
  
  
  • Building Management System (BMS)
  
  
  
  

  Establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Monitor facility performance through key performance indicators (KPIs).

  
  


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  Engineering & Technical Services
  

  Lead the hospital engineering and maintenance teams. Ensure availability and reliability of essential services 24/7. Manage utility consumption and implement energy-saving initiatives. Oversee commissioning of new facilities and renovation projects. Coordinate equipment installation with clinical departments.

  
  


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  Compliance & Regulatory Management
  

  Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare regulations, occupational safety requirements, building codes, fire safety regulations, and environmental standards. Support hospital accreditation activities (e.g., Joint Commission International, Malaysian Society for Quality in Health, or other applicable standards). Maintain all statutory certifications and inspection records. Prepare for audits by regulatory authorities.

  
  

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is founded on the vision of being the preferred healthcare provider in the region. We are focused on delivering world-class quality healthcare services throughout our regional footprint across 5 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Australia. We are in search of remarkable people to join us in exploring and discovering better healthcare solutions together. Whether you are a student, a graduate, or an experienced professional, discover the impact you could make with a career at KPJ.