Facilities Management Associate (Fire & Lift)

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong in Singapore seeks a Facilities Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance and reliability of Mechanical, Plumbing & Sanitary (P&S), Fire Protection and Public Address (PA) systems across client facilities.

You will lead technical teams, coordinate with contractors, review drawings, maintain CMMS records and ensure compliance with WSH and fire safety regulations while delivering projects to enhance asset performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Higher NITEC in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, Facilities Management, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of facilities management, building maintenance, or M&E operations.
• Hands-on experience with P&S, Fire Protection and PA systems; knowledge of Singapore WSH rules.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers; strong coordination skills.
• Proficient with CMMS and MS Office; able to work independently with good troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of P&S, Fire Protection and PA systems to ensure reliability.
• Supervise Technical Officers, Technicians, contractors and vendors, ensuring safety, efficiency and SLA/KPI compliance.
• Manage AEI, A&A, R&R projects, review drawings and coordinate project execution.
• Monitor CMMS, analyze equipment trends and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, authorities and stakeholders to coordinate activities and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with WSH, fire safety regulations and company policies, and support energy conservation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Mechanical Engineering Diploma/NITEC

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Summary Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and reliability of mechanical, plumbing & sanitary (P&S), fire protection, and public address (PA) systems. The role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance, supervises technical teams and contractors, manages engineering projects and asset enhancement initiatives, and ensures compliance with statutory requirements, safety regulations, SLAs, and client expectations to support efficient and reliable facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of Mechanical, Plumbing & Sanitary (P&S), Fire Protection, and Public Address (PA) systems to ensure operational reliability. Supervise Technical Officers, Technicians, contractors, and vendors, ensuring maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with SLA/KPI requirements. Manage rectification, breakdown, Asset Enhancement Initiatives (AEI), Addition & Alteration (A&A), and Repair & Redecoration (R&R) projects, including reviewing engineering drawings and coordinating project execution. Monitor maintenance performance using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), analyze equipment trends, and maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation. Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, government authorities, and internal stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities, engineering initiatives, and project delivery. Ensure compliance with Workplace Safety & Health (WSH), fire safety regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies while supporting energy conservation and continuous improvement initiatives. Prepare quotations for maintenance and minor works, provide technical recommendations, support daily engineering operations, and perform the duties of the Mechanical & Fire Engineer during periods of absence.

Requirements

Diploma or Higher NITEC in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, Facilities Management, or a related engineering discipline.

Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in facilities management, building maintenance, or M&E operations.

Hands‑on experience in Mechanical, Plumbing & Sanitary (P&S), Fire Protection, and Public Address (PA) systems. Good knowledge of Singapore fire safety regulations, statutory compliance, and Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) requirements.

Experience managing contractors, vendors, and maintenance service providers, with strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.

Proficient in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently.

Experience in healthcare, commercial, institutional, or government facilities management is an added advantage.

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network. Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what’s possible. At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

About the Company

SJ is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future. Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future. Its technical experts deliver sustainable solutions that cover the entire project life cycle from planning and design, through to delivery and management, as well as a full suite of multidisciplinary consultancy services across a diverse range of sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality and renewables. A global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, SJ has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally. SJ is #23 in Engineering News-Record’s 2023 Top 225 International Design Firms, #14 in World Architecture 100 2024, and Asia Pacific FM Technology Provider of the Year 2022, awarded by International Facility Management Association.