Facilities Manager

Taylor's Education Group; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor's University, part of Taylor's Education Group, seeks a Manager, Facilities Management Operations & Engineering to lead campus facilities operations and engineering services across multiple sites, including the Lakeside Campus.

You will oversee M&E building services, implement preventive maintenance, drive energy efficiency, manage CMMS, monitor outsourcing contracts, and collaborate with project teams to support renovations and campus projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years in Integrated Facilities Management, with leadership experience.
• Experience in education, hospitality, healthcare or service industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of M&E building services and facilities maintenance.
• Familiarity with energy conservation and sustainability practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facilities management operations of the campus with effective controls.
• Oversee M&E building services, preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability.
• Utilise CMMS for planning, maintenance reporting and audits.
• Plan operational audits for technical and non-technical services to ensure compliance.
• Monitor outsourced FM contracts to maintain facilities and landscaping.
• Benchmark operating costs and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Coordinate energy conservation initiatives and carbon footprint reduction.
• Support asset optimisation through operating and capital control systems.
• Provide updates on facilities risks, concerns and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal communication

Planning and time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Facilities Management or Energy Management qualification

Job description

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Taylor's University is a leading international University amongst the top 10 Malaysian universities. With an unparalleled for outstanding reputation experience provided to its students, Taylor's University is pioneering an approach to university education which aims to develop the intellectual, physical and emotional capability of its students and make them the first choice for employers of graduates. The University plans to build on its strength to move into the league of top 100 Asian universities.

Since its inception in 1969, Taylor's has become one of Malaysia most successful and reputable private high education institutions. Taylor's has continuously provided excellent services for its students in terms of diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, ongoing partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages, up-to-date facilities and well-equipped campus.

Taylor's University is also a member of Taylor's Education Group which also comprises Taylor's College, Garden International School, Australian International School Malaysia, Taylor's International School KL & Puchong, Nexus International School Putrajaya and Nexus International School Singapore.

The Manager, Facilities Management Operations & Engineering is responsible for managing campus facilities operations and engineering services at Taylor's University, ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, asset optimisation and a safe, well-maintained campus environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the day-to-day facilities management operations of the campus through effective practices, processes and control systems.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services, including preventive and corrective maintenance, to minimise downtime and ensure the reliability of campus facilities and equipment.
• Ensure effective utilisation of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for facilities management operations, maintenance planning and reporting.
• Plan and conduct periodic operational audits covering technical M&E services and non-technical services, including housekeeping, pest control and landscaping, to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor the performance and quality of outsourced facilities management contracts to ensure campus facilities, equipment and landscaping are properly maintained.
• Benchmark facilities operating costs against Group facilities and industry standards and identify opportunities for greater operational efficiency.
• Coordinate, implement and monitor energy conservation and energy efficiency initiatives, including initiatives to reduce the organisation's carbon footprint.
• Provide regular management updates on major facilities management concerns, challenges, risks and improvement initiatives.
• Implement effective preventive maintenance programmes to ensure the efficient upkeep and optimal performance of campus facilities.
• Support asset optimisation through effective operating and capital control systems.
• Ensure the safe, efficient and compliant operation of electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained and in good working condition.
• Support the Project Management team in overseeing campus projects, renovation works and related facilities requirements.
• Oversee and coordinate event set-up requirements for the Lakeside Campus.
• Oversee facilities management matters for the Sg. Buloh Medical School.
• Ensure facilities management administration and processes comply with company policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements and ISO standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• A qualification in Facilities Management or Energy Management will be an added advantage.

Related Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in Integrated Facilities Management, preferably with experience overseeing a team of engineers and technicians.
• Experience in the education, hospitality, healthcare, banking or other service-related industries will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge and experience in implementing engineering standards and facilities management practices.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services and facilities maintenance.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Good knowledge of facilities management processes, procedures and best practices.
• Familiarity with local building by-laws, regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Strong knowledge and experience in energy conservation and energy efficiency initiatives, with experience in carbon footprint mitigation being an advantage.
• Experience in conducting energy efficiency audits.
• Knowledge of green building technologies and sustainability practices will be an added advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in FM audits, particularly M&E-related audits.
• Strong planning, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.