Operations Manager

EtonHouse International Education Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

EtonHouse International Education Group in Singapore is seeking a Facility Manager to oversee school operations and maintenance activities. The successful candidate will ensure cleanliness, manage vendor relations, and execute events.

A Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent with 4 to 6 years of experience in similar roles is required. The position promotes a collaborative work environment and includes various administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• At least 4 to 6 years of related work experience in the education services or service-oriented industry.
• Experience working in a school environment is an advantage.
• Possess a collaborative attitude and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of the school compound for cleanliness and maintenance.
• Liaise with external vendors for various services and contracts.
• Supervise contractors and support staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Facility management

Team collaboration

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Business Studies/Administration/Management

Job description

Job Description

• Conduct daily inspections of the entire school compound for cleanliness, security and maintenance;
• Liaise with external vendors including government agencies, contractors and pest control;
• Plan and carry out regular preventive maintenance of facilities including air‑condition servicing, maintenance of painting and cleaning of all facilities in the school;
• Manage external vendors and contractors on‑site maintenance works and their contracts in terms of work completion and thorough cleanliness;
• Handle feedback from Principal and Teachers, and provide prompt responses within the same day;
• Supervise contractors and team of support staff, ensuring their full attendance and to keep proper records of their attendance;
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with safety and environmental regulations;
• Handle procurement of maintenance or minor renovation works relating to school’s facilities;
• Work together with school’s management team to plan, execute school events, and activities such as open house, concert, graduation ceremonies and other ad‑hoc projects to support the room set‑up of furniture and tear down of decorations;
• Oversee the organization of special school calendar events such as graduations, celebrations, concerts and Parent Teacher Evenings;
• Be in‑charge of all matters relating to the school’s facilities and operations management;
• Oversee the appropriate organization of all school excursions and outdoor education camps;
• Handle office administrative duties which includes processing of invoices, and application of training requests;
• Undertake any other duties or responsibilities assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree/Diploma from a recognised University in Business Studies/Administration/Management or equivalent with at least 4 to 6 years of related work experience in the education services or a service‑oriented industry.
• Experience working in a school environment would be an added advantage.
• Possess a collaborative attitude and work well in a team oriented work environment.