Assistant Facility Manager at African Industries Group (AIG)

Job Description

• We are looking for a dedicated Assistant Facility Manager to join our team in Lagos. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining our facilities, ensuring they are safe, functional, and conducive to a productive work environment for our employees and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Facility Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations, ensuring all aspects of our building and grounds are well-maintained.
• Help coordinate and monitor all maintenance activities, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, cleaning, and security services. You'll ensure that timely repairs and preventative maintenance schedules are followed.
• Assist in liaising with external contractors and service providers. This includes getting quotations, scheduling work, and ensuring services are delivered to agreed standards.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of health and safety regulations, conducting regular inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Manage inventory of facility supplies, order new materials as needed, and ensure stock levels are maintained efficiently.
• Assist with space planning and office reconfigurations, ensuring optimal utilization of our facilities.
• Be a primary point of contact for staff regarding facility-related issues, responding promptly and effectively to requests and complaints.
• Help maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, service contracts, and facility budgets. Prepare regular reports for the Facility Manager.
• Support the development and implementation of emergency procedures and participate in drills.
• Assist with minor facility projects and renovations from planning to completion.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Facility / Estate Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in the Manufacturing industry
• Strong understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and general maintenance practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A proactive attitude and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting effectively with staff, vendors, and contractors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).