Facility Maintenance Manager JOB DESCRIPTION GUIDE

Facility Maintenance Manager Salary Guide

Looking to hire top talent or advance your career? Our expertly researched salary guide for 2024 provides valuable insights into facility management positions!

Facility Maintenance Manager Core Duties and Qualifications

The facility maintenance manager is a basic manager who can be holding the equal position of supervision and responsibility of the performance of the organization’s facility in a safe, workable and optimum manner.

The facility maintenance manager constantly collaborates with external providers, contractors, and leaders from inside the organization in order to take care of maintenance tasks, execute projects related to the improvement of the facility, and meet the required safety, and regulatory standards

Desired Profile For A Facility Maintenance Manager

Roles and Duties

The job requires being in charge of the maintenance teams, constantly devising and executing preventive maintenance plans and checking the continuous and proper functioning of the building systems and equipment. Facility maintenance manager is also responsible for the following duties and responsibilities highlighted by the employers:
  • Carry out, test, and adjust programs to stop problems and to fix the broken machines.
  • Oversee the employees and arrange the duties in such a way that they work smoothly all day.
  • Conduct regular facility checks in order to find maintenance needs and correct them immediately.
  • Outsource external maintenance services require interaction with maintenance contractors and vendors.
  • Make sure every process is compliant with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Set up and monitor inspection budgets and the distribution of resources.
  • Keep the maintenance schedules, repair information, and inspection reports current and accurate.
  • Work together with other departments in backing up facility projects and ideas.
  • Supervise and upgrade mechanical systems like AC, plumbing, wiring, etc.
  • Follow up on incidents and make strategies that would prevent interference with the major undertakings.

Qualifications And Certifications

Below are the educational requirements for the role of facility maintenance manager sought by the employers:
  • Required bachelor’s degree or equivalent in
    • Facility management
    • Mechanical engineering
    • Electrical engineering
    • Business administration
    • Related field
  • Master’s degree in facility management, engineering, business administration (MBA), or related field.
  • Professional certifications of Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), and others are suggested.

Skills And Expertise

The following is the list of required skill sets and experience for the role of Facility maintenance manager:

  • 5- 10 years of prior professional experience in facilities management, facilities maintenance, or related roles.
  • Understanding of building information modeling (BIM) software like Autodesk Revit, etc.
  • Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Knowledge of Data analytic tools like MS Office, Tableau, or Power BI.
  • Understanding of safety standards and environmental regulations.
  • Proper communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Project management skills and innovative focus.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Ability to think and act strategically in solving issues.
  • Attention to detail.

RFS HR Consultancy, a Premier Facilities Management Recruitment Provider in the UAE, specializes in connecting top facilities management companies with talented facilities managing professional.

Explore our platform for the latest facilities management positions at top facilities managing firms.

BUILD A DREAM TEAM WITH DIVERSE EXPERTISE

Share your Hiring Requirments

If you’re an employer needing recruitment solutions, complete the form below for a consultation with our talent specialists, or if you’re a job seeker, click here to explore opportunities.

About Your Hire

About You

ADDITIONAL FACILITY mANAGEMENT JOBS

FACILITY COORDINATOR

DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

REGIONAL FACILITIES MANAGER

CHIEF FACILITIES OFFICER

SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR OF FACILITY SECURITY

Transform the workforce with expert talent across diverse industries

Oil and Gas

Workers in the oil and gas industry, such as chemical engineers and pipeline operators, are responsible for the production, processing, and transportation of oil, natural gas, and related products for human use.

Real Estate & Construction

Building, purchasing, and selling real estate are the company's areas of expertise. Additionally, it offers potential workers the chance to pursue careers as real estate agents, project managers, urban planners, or civil engineers.

Banking & Finance

The banking and finance sector preserves and expands financial assets by providing services like lending and wealth management. Typical roles include compliance officers, financial advisors, risk analysts, and portfolio managers.

RFS HR NEWSLETTER

Keep yourself updated with our well research newsletters and articles and make a well informed decision whether you are searching for a new job, build a team, or to grow ur business. Subscribe now!


Help us specify your interest:

Take the next step, register your interest now

TALK TO A RECRUITER

Fill in the form to start the conversation.