MANAGER, FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

myNews; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news company in Malaysia is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee preventive maintenance schedules and manage maintenance staff. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in maintenance facilities and demonstrated managerial abilities. This role requires excellent communication skills and the flexibility to work long hours. Join us to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of working experience in maintenance facilities.
• Experience in managerial positions for at least 2 years.
• Ability to report on activity and track maintenance schedules.
• Willingness to work long hours and on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Oversee planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
• Analyze equipment performance data and implement improvements.
• Supervise and manage maintenance staff.
• Monitor team performance and provide training.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to diagnose and resolve operational issues effectively.
• Oversee planned and unplanned maintenance activities, to ensure completion within time, scope, and budget.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify improvements and implement strategies to increase equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Supervise and manage maintenance staff, including technicians and contractors to ensure completion within time, scope, and budget.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, to provide training, guidance, and task assignments to the team.
• Ensure proper functioning of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Control costs by optimizing resources and reducing waste.
• Coordinate with vendors for cost‑effective purchases of parts and services.
• Maintain logs of maintenance schedules, work orders, and repairs to minimize operational disruptions during maintenance.
• Generate reports on equipment performance and maintenance costs.
• Ad‑hoc task assigned by Management.

Job Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalent.
• At least 5 year(s) of working experience in maintenance facilities, at least 2 years in manager/assistant manager position.
• Experience in maintenance/ preventive maintenance.
• Ability to keep track of and report on activity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work for long hours and weekends/public holidays.
• Own transport and willing to travel around Klang Valley, and outstation if needed.