About the Role
The Senior Facilities Management (FM) Officer plays a vital role in overseeing a broad range of facilities management activities, which include ensuring optimal functionality of plant and equipment. This position involves the development, implementation, and coordination of life cycle maintenance strategies, alongside innovative cost-effective solutions with high design value. The officer also contributes to Work Health & Safety (WHS) related to building maintenance, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
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Job Responsibilities
- Facilitate on-time task completion by effectively utilizing appropriate resources.
- Monitor Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) approved by Facilities Management by reviewing reports, schedules, and spare parts required to prevent major breakdowns in equipment and buildings, thus ensuring efficient service to internal and external customers.
- Lead technical and administrative tasks related to general engineering activities as aligned with business objectives.
- Oversee and evaluate the performance of contractors and their work.
- Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of contracted staff, including management of outsourcing contracts and related administrative tasks.
- Review and manage cleaning services to maintain high standards of cleanliness and responsiveness to client needs.
- Assist in sourcing quotations and liaise with suppliers, vendors, and contractors for maintenance and improvement projects.
- Supervise term contractors and technicians in the upkeep of properties and facilities.
- Maintain a maintenance program schedule aimed at achieving operational efficiency.
- Assign technicians for fault investigation and preventive maintenance activities.
- Review the preventive maintenance program regularly, recommend improvements, and submit reports to management or clients.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports.
- Facilitate daily operations checklist, conduct random site checks, and evaluate weekly readings and reports for smooth operational progress.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Strong technical knowledge and background in facilities management.
- Familiarity with applicable safety requirements.
- Understanding of dairy principles and processes.
- Proficient in relevant equipment, policies, and procedures.
- Familiarity with ERP systems.
- Knowledge of building systems, trades, and materials, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, flooring, and grounds management.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance scheduling techniques.
- Experience in a multi-paced environment related to general building maintenance.
- Proficient in supervising and overseeing maintenance tasks, following clear instructions.
- ERP knowledge, preferably with SAP functional skills, is essential for success in this role.
Job Experience
- A minimum of nine years of professional experience, including at least four years in similar roles.
Competencies
- Leadership
- Resilience
- Quality Management
- Work Order Management (Level 2)
- Safety Management (Level 2)
- Building Maintenance (Level 2)
- Inventory Management (Level 2)
- Quality Assurance (Level 2)
- Agility
- AI Fluency
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
