Director of Facilities and Services - Singapur, Singapore - SINGAPORE AMERICAN SCHOOL

    SINGAPORE AMERICAN SCHOOL
    SINGAPORE AMERICAN SCHOOL Singapur, Singapore

    3 weeks ago

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    $100,000 - $150,000 per year Construction / Facilities
    Description

    Job Description

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    Skills & Requirements

    Requirements:

  • At least 10 years relevant local Singapore experience supervising a team, implementing construction projects, and/or managing hotel/hospital/university facilities operations
  • Degree in architecture, construction, engineering or similar professional qualifications from a recognized university. Registration with the Board of Architects or Engineers would be beneficial
  • Experience with large institutional or multi national company facilities that have undergone new construction or major building renovation programs preferred
  • Familiarity with all craft/trade occupations represented by school support personnel
  • Experience should include a well rounded background including construction and extensive knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical systems, including equipment maintenance and repairs.
  • Working knowledge of the Workplace Safety & Health Act and the Biz Safe framework would be an advantage
  • Proficiency in appropriate technology and software solutions (Google suite, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, etc) is highly desirable
  • Personal Attributes and Characteristics:

  • Fluency in English and excellent communication skills: written, spoken and in presentations
  • A passion for people management
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills: a good listener with a collaborative management style
  • Excellent skills of self-management and a track record of self motivation and drive
  • Excellent analytical skills and good IT proficiency
  • Possesses honesty, integrity and compassion
  • Reflective
  • Professionally credible across all levels of the organization
  • Ability to develop a sense of community and generate trust with all constituent groups
  • Strong organizational and proven problem-solving skills
  • Proven ability to develop and lead talented staff
  • Ability to think strategically
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Positive work attitude, growth mindset, and initiative
  • Knowledge and Experience Capabilities:

  • Experience of middle leadership, ideally in a cross cultural environment
  • Considerable knowledge and experience of M+E systems, building and grounds maintenance and equipment repair.
  • Knowledge of operational, customer facing systems in a similar environment - Hotel, Large School, university etc.
  • An understanding of budgetary processes and financial management in large organizations
  • Knowledge of health and safety frameworks in an education or institutional setting
  • Knowledge of the role and use of technology to support delivery of services
  • Understanding of the principles of organizational culture and behavior
  • Knowledge of human resource development systems and processes
  • Knowledge of the role and importance of team dynamics within a working environment