Assistant Engineering Manager

JLL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager to support the Engineering Manager in delivering exceptional facility operations and maintenance services for world-class commercial properties. You will work with cutting-edge building systems and develop technical and leadership skills in a dynamic real estate environment.

You will oversee daily building operations (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety), drive preventive and corrective maintenance, assist in budgeting and finance

Qualifications

• Diploma in Facilities Management or related technical field with relevant FM/engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life-safety systems.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities; proficient CMMS use.
• Basic project management and team-development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations and oversee building operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with contractors and track costs and vendor performance.
• Assist in purchase approvals, finance tracking and ensuring purchasing follows policy and regulations.
• Maintain building system compliance with local codes and safety standards, supporting inspections and reporting.
• Plan and execute building improvement projects within budget and time constraints.
• Support training and development of maintenance staff to uphold service standards.

Skills

HVAC Systems

CMMS proficiency

Problem Solving

Team Development

Education

Diploma in Facilities Management

Tools

CMMS Software

Job description

What this job involves:

We are seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager to support our Engineering Manager in delivering exceptional facility operations and maintenance services. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge building systems while developing technical and leadership skills in a dynamic commercial real estate environment.

What this job involves:

We are seeking an Assistant Engineering Manager to support our Engineering Manager in delivering exceptional facility operations and maintenance services. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge building systems while developing technical and leadership skills in a dynamic commercial real estate environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Supporting daily operations, You'll assist in overseeing building operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems. Your role involves monitoring building performance, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring continuous operation to maintain optimal tenant experience.
• Driving maintenance excellence, You'll support preventive and corrective maintenance programs, working closely with contractors and service providers to schedule repairs and upgrades. You'll help track maintenance costs and vendor performance to ensure efficient operations.
• Managing finance compliance, You’ll assist in supervising purchase recommendation submission. You’ll help to ensure finance tracker are kept up to date. You’ll assist in Ensuring all purchasing activities follow company policies and legal regulations while assessing risks like supplier instability.
• Ensuring compliance standards, You'll assist in maintaining building systems compliance with local codes, regulations, and safety standards. This includes supporting inspections, certifications, and regulatory reporting to protect occupants and assets.
• Managing improvement projects, You'll help plan and execute building enhancement projects, coordinating with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Your role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to JLL's quality standards.
• Developing our people, You'll support the training and development of maintenance staff, assist in performance management, and help maintain our high service delivery standards that clients expect from JLL.

Required Qualifications:

• Diploma in Facilities Management, Building Engineering, or related technical field with minimum 3.5 years of experience in facilities management, building operations, or engineering services.
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in HVAC, plumbing, fire safety systems, and building power shutdown .
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems and equipment, excellent communication and organizational abilities, proficiency in computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and proven problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Basic project management capabilities and ability to support team development initiatives while maintaining JLL's commitment to service excellence.

What's in it for you

Join JLL's dynamic engineering team and contribute to maintaining world-class commercial properties while developing your career in facilities management. This role offers growth opportunities, technical challenges, and the chance to work with industry-leading building systems and technologies.