Facilities Engineer: M&E & Maintenance Lead

OTAKA ENGINEERING AND SUPPLIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OTAKA ENGINEERING AND SUPPLIES PTE. LTD. is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee facilities management contracts and maintenance activities at client sites in Singapore.

You will ensure safety, quality, and compliance, coordinating with clients, vendors and internal teams to maintain building and M&E systems. You will plan preventive and corrective maintenance, conduct site inspections, manage water treatment for cooling towers, prepare reports, and support new maintenance proposals to

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with clients and teams.
• Strong coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client sites independently.
• Knowledge of building M&E systems and water treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee facilities management contracts and maintenance activities at client premises to ensure smooth operations.
• Plan, monitor and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for building facilities and M&E systems.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify defects and coordinate repairs.
• Coordinate cooling tower and chilled water system water treatment services and monitor water quality reports.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of works and satisfactory service delivery.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies to minimize downtime.
• Prepare maintenance schedules, service reports, and documentation to track performance and compliance.
• Assist in obtaining quotations and preparing proposals for additional maintenance work.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, statutory requirements, and client specifications.
• Perform other FM and engineering duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Independent work

Multi-site management

Education

Facilities Management / Mechanical / Electrical / Building Services degree

Job description

Job Summary

Manage and oversee facilities management contracts and maintenance activities at client sites, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while coordinating with stakeholders to deliver effective building and M&E system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee facilities management contracts and maintenance activities at assigned client premises to ensure smooth operations.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance works for building facilities and mechanical & electrical (M&E) systems to maintain optimal functionality.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify defects and coordinate timely repair and rectification works.
• Coordinate cooling tower and chilled water system water treatment services, including routine servicing, water sampling, and follow-up on water quality reports to ensure system efficiency.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of works and satisfactory service delivery.
• Respond promptly to clients' maintenance requests, technical issues, and emergency breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Prepare maintenance schedules, service reports, monthly facilities management reports, and other necessary documentation to track performance and compliance.
• Obtain quotations, coordinate procurement processes, and assist in preparing proposals for additional maintenance and improvement works to support client needs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable safety regulations, statutory requirements, and client specifications to maintain legal and operational standards.
• Perform other facilities management and engineering-related duties as assigned to support overall service delivery.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or related disciplines.
• Relevant experience in facilities management or building maintenance is preferred.
• Good knowledge of building M&E systems and general maintenance works.
• Knowledge of cooling tower operations and water treatment.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client sites.
• Possession of a Class 3 driving licence is preferred.