Area General Services Manager (Niger) at First Bank

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the construction of new branches and the renovation, adaptation, or face-lifting of existing branches and facilities.
• Manage the allocation of office spaces to staff members, ensuring optimal use of available space.
• Oversee general civil and building works, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and professional execution.
• Ensure proper maintenance of all bank-owned or leased properties in the designated zone.
• Implement and monitor Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across all branches and facilities.
• Safeguard staff, customers, and bank assets by ensuring a safe and secure physical environment.
• Manage the upkeep and repair of engineering infrastructure, including HVAC systems, generators, electrical systems, and plumbing, to support branch operations and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure branch ambience and infrastructure reflect the bank’s customer service and brand standards.
• Foster productive relationships with internal stakeholders, including departments and SBUs, and external parties, such as regulatory agencies, landlords, and service providers, to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with government regulations, environmental standards, and urban development policies in all projects and operations.
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of facility-related tax obligations, including land use charges and tenement rates, to ensure compliance and prevent financial penalties.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the line manager on property status, project progress, HSE compliance, and infrastructure conditions.

Job Requirements
Education:

• First degree in Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Estate Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience.