Facility Manager (Penang)

UEM Edgenta Berhad; George Town; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Malaysia seeks an experienced professional to oversee operations and maintenance of Electrical and Mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience and possess strong leadership and communication skills. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving service delivery to meet company KPIs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in operations and maintenance management.
• Proficient in MS Office with skills in report preparation, presentations, and business improvement processes.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Ensure profitable and sustainable business practices through operational excellence.
• Lead and be accountable for the performance of the maintenance team.
• Oversee all day-to-day facilities management activities.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Report preparation

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure profitable and sustainable business practices through operational excellence, accountability, and business continuity.
• Lead and be accountable for the performance of the maintenance team across Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil systems.
• Oversee all day-to-day facilities management activities, including operations, crisis management, and resource optimization.
• Drive compliance with statutory requirements, QHSE regulations, industry standards, and certifications.
• Monitor service delivery and achieve company-set KPIs, while ensuring accurate and timely management reporting (dashboards, analysis, and performance reports).
• Manage corrective and programmed maintenance for all Mechanical & Electrical systems (HV/LV systems, UPS, air-conditioning, fire protection, generators, etc.).
• Perform and supervise inspections, troubleshooting, preventive/predictive maintenance, and repairs of electrical and mechanical systems in line with regulatory requirements.
• Act as the company’s representative, maintaining strong client relationships and serving as the primary liaison for all operations-related matters.
• Manage service partners (contractors, suppliers, providers), reviewing performance, compliance, and service levels, and taking corrective action where necessary.
• Lead procurement and vendor management for facilities services, including tender/quotation processes, cost structures, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering (any field) or equivalent discipline; additional technical certifications are an added advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in operations and maintenance management.
• Proficient in MS Office with skills in report preparation, presentations, and business improvement processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Computer literate with the ability to adapt to relevant systems and tools.