Role Purpose
To lead and take full accountability for MTFA's facilities management function across all sites, covering both maintenance operations and capital projects.
The role ensures that all facilities are safe, compliant, operationally reliable, and progressively upgraded, with the Manager serving as the overall owner of both project delivery and maintenance performance.
Key Responsibilities
Overall Facilities Leadership & Accountability
To lead and take full accountability for MTFA's facilities management function across all sites, covering both maintenance operations and capital projects.
The role ensures that all facilities are safe, compliant, operationally reliable, and progressively upgraded, with the Manager serving as the overall owner of both project delivery and maintenance performance.
Project Leadership
Serve as the overall project owner for all facilities-related projects, including:
Renovations (e.g. DIL, FSC upgrades)
Additions & Alterations (A&A) works
Electrical upgrading
Security and automation systems
Direct And Supervise The Project Manager (contract) In
Project scheduling and coordination
Contractor and consultant management
Site supervision and reporting
Lead Key Decisions On
Project scope and priorities
Tender evaluation and award
Budget approvals and cost control
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards
Maintenance & Operations Oversight
Oversee all day-to-day facilities operations across MTFA sites
Ensure Implementation Of
Preventive maintenance (PPM)
Corrective maintenance
Emergency response protocols
Supervise The Senior Executive In
Managing vendors and term contractors
Attending to operational issues and minor defects
Ensuring service continuity across sites
Ensure high reliability of critical systems, especially in healthcare facilities
Vendor & Contract Management
Lead all facilities-related vendor and contract management
Establish clear SLAs and KPIs for both maintenance and project vendors
Oversee Procurement Processes, Including
- Tendering
- Quotation evaluation
- Contract awards
- Ensure cost efficiency without compromising service quality
Compliance, Safety & Risk Management
Ensure Compliance With All Regulatory Requirements
SCDF (Fire Safety)
BCA (Building regulations)
NEA / environmental standards
Healthcare-related facility requirements
Oversee audits, inspections, and certifications
Ensure Proper Documentation
Maintenance records
Licences and permits
Safety reports
Review and streamline existing facilities management processes, and establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, operational efficiency, compliance, and service quality across all MTFA premises
Drive workplace safety and risk mitigation across all facilities
Team Leadership & Coordination
Lead a 3-man Facilities Team With Clear Role Clarity
Manager: Overall accountability, decision-making, approvals
Senior Executive: Operations, vendors, ground execution
Project Manager: Project coordination and execution support
Ensure Strong Coordination Between
Project works and ongoing operations
Step in for escalations, complex issues, and critical decision-making
Stakeholder Management
Partner Closely With
- Home Managers
- Healthcare Centre Managers
- Childcare Leadership
- Corporate Services / Finance
- Balance project timelines with operational needs to minimise disruptions
- Ensure clear communication on maintenance works and project updates
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Preventive maintenance compliance rate
- Project delivery (timeline, budget, quality)
- Facility uptime (especially critical systems)
- Vendor performance ratings
- Audit and compliance outcomes
- Budget adherence (CAPEX & OPEX)
Job Requirements
Education & Experience
- Degree / Diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Services or related field
- At least 6–8 years of relevant experience, with strong exposure to:
- Facilities operations
- Project management / upgrading works
- Experience managing multi-site portfolios
- Exposure to healthcare / residential care / childcare environments is an advantage
Technical Competencies
- Strong knowledge of:
- Building systems (M&E, HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
- Preventive maintenance frameworks
- Project management lifecycle
- Familiarity with Singapore regulatory requirements (BCA, SCDF, NEA, MOM WSH)
Working Style Expectations
- Able to operate in a lean, high-accountability environment
- Strong balance between strategic oversight and hands-on execution
- Capable of managing simultaneous operational issues and project timelines
- Available to respond to urgent facilities matters when required
Why This Role Matters
This role ensures MTFA's facilities are not only maintained but continuously improved to support safe, high-quality care environments, directly impacting the well-being of residents, patients, children, and staff.
Official Working Hours
Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 5.30pm
Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm
Official Workplace
Darul Ihsan Orphanage
5 Mattar Road / 23 Wan Tho Avenue
Singapore
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