Facilities Engineer
Your tasks
We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Facilities Engineer to oversee the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of building infrastructure and critical facility systems.
Civil & Structural Maintenance
- Conduct routine inspections of building structures, concrete works, drainage systems, and surrounding grounds to identify defects, deterioration, and maintenance requirements.
- Verify actual site conditions against existing technical drawings and coordinate updates where necessary.
On-Site Operations & Troubleshooting
- Take a hands-on approach to daily facility operations, including site investigations, technical troubleshooting, and resolving infrastructure-related issues.
- Ensure timely follow-through on identified issues, from initial assessment through to resolution.
Contractor & Project Management
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to execute maintenance and modification works.
- Review technical drawings, blueprints, and structural plans to ensure compliance with relevant building codes and regulations.
Preventive Maintenance & Safety
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and minimise operational downtime.
- Ensure all maintenance and engineering activities comply with Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements.
Mechanical & Electrical Systems
- Oversee the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of HVAC systems, including Air Handling Units (AHUs), chillers, and air distribution systems.
- Monitor and maintain electrical infrastructure, including high- and low-voltage distribution systems, lighting, and backup generators.
Facilities Improvement & Project Execution
- Identify opportunities to enhance facility efficiency, reliability, and operational performance.
- Prepare technical scopes of work and manage infrastructure improvement projects from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in civil and structural engineering, combined with practical experience in facilities operations, HVAC, and electrical systems. This role requires someone who is comfortable being on-site, identifying potential issues, troubleshooting technical problems, and working closely with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient facility operations.
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in facilities engineering, building maintenance, construction, or site operations.
- Strong understanding of civil and structural maintenance, with practical exposure to building infrastructure and site works.
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems, particularly AHUs and chillers, as well as electrical distribution systems.
- Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS), electrical single-line diagrams, and HVAC operating parameters.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and structural layouts using AutoCAD or equivalent software.
- Knowledge of local building regulations and Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) requirements.
Key Competencies
- Detail-Oriented: Able to identify early signs of structural defects, equipment abnormalities, and potential system failures.
- Hands-On & Proactive: Comfortable working on-site alongside technicians and contractors, taking ownership of issues through to resolution.
- Strong Problem-Solving Skills: Able to assess technical challenges, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
- Stakeholder Management: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external partners.
- Critical Thinking: Demonstrates sound technical judgement, analytical thinking, and the ability to develop practical solutions to complex engineering issues.