Technical Officer (Property Management)

CBRE Asia Pacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific is looking for a Technical Officer in Singapore to manage day-to-day building operations, maintenance, and repairs. The role involves overseeing maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, managing contractors, and ensuring efficient operations while responding to tenant requests.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, 15 years of relevant experience, and strong technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in building maintenance or facilities management.
• Strong technical skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine maintenance of building systems.
• Monitor systems and respond to faults.
• Liaise with vendors for maintenance works.
• Supervise contractors and ensure quality of work.
• Coordinate technicians and manage work orders.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Communication and coordination abilities

Knowledge of ACMV systems

Knowledge of electrical and building systems

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

About The Role

The Technical Officer is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations, maintenance and repair of building systems and services. This role supports the building operations, manages contractors and supervises a team of technicians in the day‑to‑day on‑site tasks. He must be able to work independently, strong in technical skills and lead the technician team.

What You Will Do

• Oversee routine maintenance of electrical, mechanical, sanitary and plumbing systems and endorse on service reports
• Monitor building systems such as ACMV, lighting, fire protection, lifts and escalators. Ensure all systems are functioning efficiently and any faults in the systems must be identified and addressed promptly
• Liaise with external vendors and service contractors for maintenance works
• Assist with procurement of building parts or services (getting quotations, obtaining approval and issuing Purchase Order)
• Coordinate and supervise contractors to ensure quality of work, safety, compliance with specifications and timely completion
• Verify completion of work and approve service or delivery reports
• Respond to tenants’ feedback or requests for maintenance service
• Schedule technicians’ monthly roster
• Daily inspections of key installations
• Create and close work orders timely
• Assist with major events such as annual power shutdown, fire drills and fire cert renewals

What You Will Need

• Diploma in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering, Building Services or related field
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in building maintenance or facilities management (office buildings preferred)
• Knowledge of ACMV, electrical and building systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Good communication and coordination abilities
• Ability to work independently and multi‑task

We welcome all applicants.