Deputy Director (Space Management)

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore seeks a leader for facility management to ensure the safety and efficiency of its properties. The role includes driving Digitalization and sustainability initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in Facility Management and strong leadership skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities in English are essential. Join our committed team to maintain high standards and achieve sustainability goals in our facilities.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in facility management and maintenance.
• Proven experience with SmartFM strategies and digitalization.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to the Space Management Department.
• Oversee all day-to-day facility operations and maintenance.
• Drive the planning and adoption of a SmartFM strategy.
• Plan and oversee Green Mark certification and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for facility improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

What the role is:

You will provide leadership for the comprehensive facility management and maintenance of all MPA’s properties and leased facilities. Your role is pivotal in ensuring the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of our portfolio, while driving innovation through SmartFM digitalisation and decarbonisation and energy‑efficiency initiatives.

What you will be working on:

• Strategic Leadership & Day-to-Day Operations

  You will provide leadership and supervision to the Space Management Department, fostering a culture of excellence and high performance. You will oversee all day-to-day facility operations and maintenance, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all MPA properties. You will also supervise appointed contractors (including security, cleaning, pest control, landscaping, and general maintenance) to ensure strict adherence to service contracts and performance standards.

• Smart FM & Digitalization

  You will drive the planning, adoption, and continuous improvement of a SmartFM (Smart Facility Management) strategy. You will leverage technology to enhance user experience, implement predictive maintenance, enable real-time monitoring, automate processes, and use data and analytics to optimise resource allocation and reduce energy consumption across the portfolio.

• Sustainability & Green Mark Certification

  You will plan and oversee Green Mark certification and other energy‑efficiency initiatives for MPA’s existing buildings and assets. You will lead project teams to integrate new decarbonisation initiatives, including DC grids, solarisation of assets, and maintenance of solar and battery systems. You will also explore and implement opportunities for harvesting green and renewable energy to achieve higher energy efficiency and support sustainability goals.

• Stakeholder Management & Continuous Improvement

  You will collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to plan and deliver facility improvement initiatives. You will review and refine outsourcing, procurement, and management strategies to ensure value and high service quality. You will also develop and oversee customer engagement and satisfaction programmes to enhance the experience of facility users.

What we are looking for:

Experience in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 10 years of progressive experience in facility management and maintenance. You should have excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a strong command of written and spoken English.

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests. MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Reg, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative. MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development.