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Facility Manager
About this role
A Facility Manager is needed to oversee the maintenance, safety, and smooth operation of the hotel’s buildings and infrastructure in Lagos. The role includes coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, supervising maintenance staff and contractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will help keep facilities in good condition to support guest comfort and efficient hotel operations. The position is with Nicole Sinclair Consulting, a human resources consultancy providing services to businesses and their people.
What you would do
- Oversee daily operation and maintenance of the hotel's buildings, equipment, utilities and infrastructure.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimise equipment breakdowns and disruptions.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify faults, safety hazards and maintenance needs.
- Coordinate corrective maintenance and ensure issues are resolved promptly.
- Supervise maintenance personnel and coordinate activities of external contractors and service providers.
- Monitor utility consumption (electricity, water, fuel) to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare and monitor facility maintenance budgets and control operating expenses.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, fire prevention, environmental and building regulations.
- Coordinate fire safety inspections, emergency procedures and maintenance of safety equipment.
- Respond to facility-related complaints and coordinate with departments to minimise guest inconvenience as needed.
What they are asking for
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical/Building Services/estate management or related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant facilities management experience, including at least 2 years in supervisory or managerial roles.
- Experience in hotel, serviced apartment, commercial property or hospitality settings.
- Proven experience in preventive maintenance, equipment management, and contractor supervision.
- Good knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, generators, water systems and general building maintenance.
- Experience in maintenance budgeting, cost control and asset management.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures and regulatory standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance/tracking systems.
- Professional certification in facilities management, engineering, health and safety or project management is an advantage.
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