Maintenance Manager (Properties & Facilities Maintenance)

MAXIUS TRADING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm in Singapore is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the upkeep and operation of properties and facilities. The role involves managing maintenance teams, budgets, and contractors, while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of building systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to problem-solve effectively. This position is crucial for maintaining occupant satisfaction and overall facility integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Excellent communication, reporting, and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with relevant government portals and standards (e.g., Green Mark in Singapore) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance staff, technicians, cleaners, and groundskeepers.
• Handle maintenance budgets and control costs.
• Schedule preventative maintenance and oversee repairs.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards.
• Coordinate and manage external contractors.
• Inspect structures and manage equipment.
• Act as first point of contact for emergencies.
• Conduct proactive and reactive maintenance activities.
• Oversee installations and refurbishments.
• Create a safe and productive environment.

Skills

Understanding of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership abilities

Familiarity with government portals and standards

Job description

A Maintenance Manager (Properties & Facilities) leads the upkeep, repair, and operation of buildings and grounds, ensuring safety, functionality, and efficiency by managing teams, budgets, contractors, and emergency responses for all physical assets, from HVAC to structures, ensuring occupant satisfaction and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise maintenance staff, technicians, cleaners, and groundskeepers, providing training and assigning duties.

• Budget Management: Handle maintenance budgets, control costs, and manage service contracts and insurance.

• Operations & Repairs: Schedule preventative maintenance, oversee repairs (routine and emergency), and manage renovations and installations.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to health, safety, building codes, and environmental standards.

• Vendor Management: Coordinate and manage external contractors to meet specifications.

• Asset Management: Inspect structures, manage equipment, and maintain detailed records of all activities.

• Emergency Response: Act as the first point of contact for out-of-hours issues, security, and emergencies.

• Core Functions

• Preventative Maintenance: Proactive upkeep to avoid major breakdowns.

• Reactive Maintenance: Quick fixes for unexpected issues and tenant requests.

• Facility Planning: Overseeing installations, refurbishments, and space utilization.

• Occupant Comfort: Creating a safe, clean, and productive environment.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).

• Excellent communication, reporting, and negotiation skills.

• Problem-solving and leadership abilities.

• Familiarity with relevant government portals and standards (e.g., Green Mark in Singapore) is a plus.