FM Associate

SMM Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMM Pte Ltd is seeking a qualified Facilities Management professional to oversee P&S, fire protection, and PA systems within our facilities in Singapore. You will coordinate daily operations, maintenance programs and project activities, leading a team of technicians and vendors.

You will communicate with stakeholders, prepare risk assessments, and ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering, facilities management, building services, or related field.
• 3–5 years of facilities management or building services experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing and sanitary systems and fire protection.
• Experience with preventive maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in CMMS or similar systems.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations, maintenance and project coordination of P&S, fire protection, and PA systems.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, provide updates and risk assessments.
• Lead technicians, officers and vendors; plan maintenance across mechanical and fire protection systems.
• Manage maintenance to SLA/KPI, maintain standby vendor list for emergencies.
• Utilize CMMS for preventive maintenance, fault reports and trend analysis; support continuous improvement.
• Review drawings, support A&A/R&R projects, draft quotations for minor works.
• Contribute to energy efficiency, Lean Six Sigma initiatives and new tech adoption.

Skills

Facilities management

CMMS

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Maintenance planning

Problem solving

Multi-program management

Independent in fast-paced environment

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Facilities Management

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Chief Engineer and/or Engineering & Sustainability Manager, the incumbent will support the daily operations, maintenance, and project coordination of Mechanical, Plumbing & Sanitary (P&S), Fire Protection, and Public Announcement (PA) systems within the facility.
• The role involves participating in meetings and problem-solving discussions, and serving as the central point of contact for assigned programs and projects. The incumbent is expected to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear and concise updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to management, including escalation of issues that cannot be resolved at team level.
• Key responsibilities include managing a team of technical officers, technicians, and vendors; supporting Asset Enhancement Initiatives (AEI); and planning and scheduling maintenance activities across mechanical and fire protection systems. This includes ensuring proper upkeep and follow-up of equipment such as fire pumps, fire alarm panels, sprinkler and hydrant systems, smoke detectors, smoke extraction fans, fireman intercom systems, PA systems, plumbing and sanitary systems, water dispensers, potable and NEWater tanks and pumps, ejector pumps, and sump pumps.
• The incumbent will ensure all maintenance works are executed in accordance with prescribed checklists, schedules, safety standards, and statutory requirements. They will also strategize and coordinate rectification works, ensuring timely completion within SLA/KPI requirements, while maintaining a standby vendor list for emergency response.
• The role requires close collaboration with owners, users, contractors, and external agencies to deliver engineering solutions that meet operational requirements. The incumbent will utilize CMMS to track preventive maintenance, fault reports, corrective work orders, and perform trend analysis to support continuous improvement.
• Additional responsibilities include reviewing technical drawings, supporting A&A and R&R projects, drafting quotations for minor and breakdown works, and ensuring seamless daily operations through in-house systems. The role also contributes to innovation, energy conservation initiatives, and process improvement projects, including Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodologies and adoption of new technologies in collaboration with relevant technology teams.
• Any other duties assigned by the Senior Facilities Manager (SFM), Chief Engineer (CE), and/or Engineering & Sustainability Manager (ESM) will also form part of the role.
  

Requirement

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, Building Services, or related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in facilities management, building services, or building maintenance operations
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing & sanitary systems, and fire protection systems in building environments
• Familiarity with statutory requirements, fire safety codes, and regulatory compliance in Singapore
• Experience in preventive maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution of building services systems
• Proficient in CMMS or similar maintenance management systems
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience managing technicians, technical officers, and contractors
• Good coordination, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple maintenance programs and respond to breakdown/emergency situations effectively
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to propose practical engineering solutions
• Experience in A&A and R&R works will be an advantage
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (LSS), energy efficiency initiatives, or digital maintenance systems will be an advantage
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment
• Fire Safety Manager (FSM) certification or other relevant safety certifications will be an advantage