Facilities Manager

Taylor's University Sdn Bhd; Lakeside, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor's University Sdn Bhd is seeking a Manager of Facilities Management Operations & Engineering to oversee campus facilities and engineering services, ensuring safe, well-maintained environments. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and asset optimisation across M&E services and related facilities.

The candidate should have a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering with 5–8 years of integrated facilities management experience, and a background

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in integrated facilities management with team oversight.
• Knowledge of M&E building services and facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facilities management operations of the campus.
• Oversee M&E building services and preventive/corrective maintenance.
• Utilize CMMS for planning and reporting of facilities operations.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Facilities Management or Energy Management qualification (advantage)

Job description

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The Manager, Facilities Management Operations & Engineering is responsible for managing campus facilities operations and engineering services at Taylor's University, ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, asset optimisation and a safe, well-maintained campus environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the day-to-day facilities management operations of the campus through effective practices, processes and control systems.
• Oversee mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services, including preventive and corrective maintenance, to minimise downtime and ensure the reliability of campus facilities and equipment.
• Ensure effective utilisation of the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for facilities management operations, maintenance planning and reporting.
• Plan and conduct periodic operational audits covering technical M&E services and non-technical services, including housekeeping, pest control and landscaping, to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor the performance and quality of outsourced facilities management contracts to ensure campus facilities, equipment and landscaping are properly maintained.
• Benchmark facilities operating costs against Group facilities and industry standards and identify opportunities for greater operational efficiency.
• Coordinate, implement and monitor energy conservation and energy efficiency initiatives, including initiatives to reduce the organisation’s carbon footprint.
• Provide regular management updates on major facilities management concerns, challenges, risks and improvement initiatives.
• Implement effective preventive maintenance programmes to ensure the efficient upkeep and optimal performance of campus facilities.
• Support asset optimisation through effective operating and capital control systems.
• Ensure the safe, efficient and compliant operation of electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to ensure facilities and equipment are properly maintained and in good working condition.
• Support the Project Management team in overseeing campus projects, renovation works and related facilities requirements.
• Oversee and coordinate event set-up requirements for the Lakeside Campus.
• Oversee facilities management matters for the Sg. Buloh Medical School.
• Ensure facilities management administration and processes comply with company policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements and ISO standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• A qualification in Facilities Management or Energy Management will be an added advantage.

Related Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in Integrated Facilities Management, preferably with experience overseeing a team of engineers and technicians.
• Experience in the education, hospitality, healthcare, banking or other service-related industries will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge and experience in implementing engineering standards and facilities management practices.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services and facilities maintenance.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Good knowledge of facilities management processes, procedures and best practices.
• Familiarity with local building by‑laws, regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Strong knowledge and experience in energy conservation and energy efficiency initiatives, with experience in carbon footprint mitigation being an advantage.
• Experience in conducting energy efficiency audits.
• Knowledge of green building technologies and sustainability practices will be an added advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in FM audits, particularly M&E-related audits.
• Strong planning, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.