Facilities Supervisor

EtonHouse International Education Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education institution in Singapore is hiring a Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and support school events. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience, a Diploma in Facilities Management, and strong organisational skills. You will be responsible for daily inspections, managing maintenance requests, and providing hands-on support when needed.

Qualifications

• Possess Diploma in Building Services or Facilities Management.
• At least 5 years of related work experience, preferably in a school environment.
• Self-driven and committed individual with excellent follow up.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of the school premises for cleanliness and safety.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance for facilities.
• Manage and update maintenance requests and follow up.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Building Services or Facilities Management

Job description

Overview

The job holder reports directly to the Principal and Senior Facilities Manager. The duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Conduct daily inspections of the school premises to ensure cleanliness, safety, and proper maintenance.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance, including air-conditioning, kitchen equipment, exhaust systems, refrigeration, painting, and general facilities upkeep.
• Manage and update maintenance requests, monitor response times, and ensure timely follow-up.
• Oversee replenishment of maintenance materials, tools, and consumables.
• Coordinate with the Principal, Teachers, and Senior Facilities Manager to address feedback and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety and health (WSH) standards, safety protocols, and SOPs.
• Support and coordinate logistics for school events (e.g., open house, concerts, graduation ceremonies), including furniture set-up and dismantling of decorations.
• Supervise contractors, security staff, and cleaners, ensuring attendance, performance, and adherence to standards.
• Provide coverage for cleaning staff when necessary, ensure proper use and storage of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Monitor cleaning staff performance to ensure that assigned areas are cleaned and high cleaning standards are met.
• Review cleaning schedules regularly to meet the everchanging cleaning standards, ensure that the cleaning schedule is well carried out by the cleaning staff.
• Manage external vendors and contractors’ on-site maintenance works, ensuring timely work completion, quality and thorough cleanliness.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide first layer liaising with various government authorities such as BCA, NEA, URA when needed.
• Support procurement of maintenance services, equipment, and minor renovation works.
• Maintain logistics, equipment, and inventory records for school facilities.
• Respond promptly to feedback, complaints, and emergency breakdowns.
• Assist in internal events planning.
• Undertake any other duties or responsibilities assigned.
• Be capable of hands-on tasks and demonstrate strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Possess Diploma in Building Services or Facilities Management
• At least 5 years of related work experience, preferably in school environment or similar;
• Self-driven and committed individual with excellent follow up;
• Results oriented and able to work under pressure
• Good interpersonal, communication skills and fluent in spoken and written English.