Facilities Maintenance Technician (6 months contract)

Manpower Singapore; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 2,059,000 - 2,941,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerSingapore is seeking a Facilities Technician for a 6-month contract in Tuas, Singapore. You will operate, maintain, and repair critical building systems, perform preventative maintenance, and support testing and validation of site equipment.

You will also manage general upkeep, repairs, and collaborate with external contractors to ensure safety and quality standards. The role requires 1–3 years of hands-on facilities maintenance, strong troubleshooting, and knowledge of MEP systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum NITEC, Higher NITEC, or a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Facilities Management.
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in commercial, retail or industrial building maintenance.
• Good troubleshooting abilities and reading technical schematics; strong MEP knowledge.
• Certifications like FSM or WSH are advantageous.
• Willingness to work at heights, lift heavy equipment, and stand for extended periods.
• Minimum of 2 years in facilities maintenance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair building machinery including HVAC, Chillers, VAVs, pumps, BAS.
• Execute preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Assist with testing and validation of site equipment.
• Perform general upkeep and repairs (painting, plumbing, electrical, doors, drywall).
• Coordinate contractor activities and document project work (SoW, MoC).
• Maintain maintenance records and report issues to Facilities Manager.

Skills

Troubleshooting

MEP systems

Schematic reading

Contractor coordination

Facilities maintenance

Education

Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Facilities Management

Job description

• Industry: Aerospace Engineering and Manufacturing
• Duration: 6 months contract, with an option to extend and conversion to permanent
• Work location: Tuas
• Working hours: 730am-448pm

About the Job

1. Plant Operations & Technical Maintenance

• System Troubleshooting: Operate, maintain, and repair critical building machinery, including HVAC, Chillers, VAVs, pumps, temperature controls, and building automation systems (BAS).
• Preventative Care: Execute capital and equipment preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Validation & Testing: Contribute to the required testing and validation of site equipment.
• General Upkeep: Perform general facility tasks including painting, wall repairs, and reconfiguring office or laboratory furniture.
• General Repairs: Perform hands-on repairs on plumbing fixtures, electrical outlets, lighting systems, doors, and drywall.

2. HSE&F Compliance & Emergency Response

• Safety Audits: Execute Health, Safety, Environmental, and Facilities (HSE&F) programs, including fire extinguisher checks and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Compliance & Safety: Enforce workplace safety codes, document daily maintenance logs, and ensure the facility passes all health and safety audits.

3. Site Administration & Contractor Coordination

• Project Documentation: Author Statements of Work (SoW) for facility projects and fill out MoC forms for onsite modifications.
• Contractor Management: Collaborate with third-party contractors to schedule, coordinate, and supervise onsite activities.
• Financial Tracking: Verify and receipt incoming goods and services to ensure accurate accounting and expenditure tracking.
• Record Keeping: Maintain precise maintenance records and report critical issues directly to the Facilities Manager.
• Vendor Management: Supervise and escort external contractors for major overhauls or specialized projects, ensuring work meets safety and quality standards.

Requirements

• Minimum NITEC, Higher NITEC, or a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Facilities Management.
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in commercial, retail or industrial building maintenance.
• Good troubleshooting abilities, proficiency in reading technical schematics, and a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Any certifications like a Fire Safety Manager (FSM) or Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) certification are major advantages.
• Must be comfortable working at heights, lifting heavy equipment and potentially standing for extended periods.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field.
• Good knowledge of maintenance procedures and equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team plus be on call for afterhours/weekends/holidays as needed.

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