Facilities Manager at The Kenya Cultural Centre

Responsibilities for the Facilities Manager Job

• Develop and implement a facility management program including preventive maintenance and life-cycle requirements
• Conduct and document regular facilities inspections
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes
• Allocate and manage facility space for maximum efficiency
• Coordinate intra-office moves
• Supervise maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment
• Oversee facility refurbishment and renovations
• Plan and manage facility central services such as reception, security, cleaning, catering, waste disposal and parking
• Implement best practice processes to increase efficiency
• Provide prompt response to requests and issues from facility occupants

Qualifications for the Facilities Manager Job

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Facilities Engineering or related field
• Certification in plumbing services, electrical maintenance.
• At least three years’ experience in facilities management
• Knowledge and experience of theatre productions, visual arts exhibitions, facilities, equipment and practices
• Experience in the repair and maintenance of service equipment

Skills Required

• Supervisory skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets and database software
• Able to prioritise workload to meet established deadlines and to work with little or no supervision
• Physical fitness and agility (including ability to carry heavy loads and to work at heights) is  essential.
• Availability to work random and long hours as required