Facility Operations Associate at 54gene

Industry: Biotechnology
Department: Operations & Facilities
Reports to: Senior Manager, Operations & Facilities
Zip/Postal Code: 105102

Position Summary

• The Facility Operations Associate is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the assigned building(s) of 54gene.
• S / he will be assisting with projects such as moving, maintaining building inventories, and other facilities functions.
• S / he will be responsible for responding / resolving employee issues, safety, efficiency, and management of property, according to the industry standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Involved in day-to-day operations, particularly in relation to the company’s buildings and premises.
• Implement facility management policies and procedures.
• Manage facilities by doing regular walkarounds.
• Responsible for building and grounds maintenance; including space management.
• Project management, supervising, and coordinating work of contractors.
• Produce weekly reports, including an operations summary of completed and planned operations activity.
• Ensuring the building meets health and safety requirements/standards.
• Checking that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily according to agreed terms. follow up on any deficiencies.
• Ensuring the maintenance of all company buildings and grounds, including the branch offices and residences.
• Ensure that the electricity generators are operational at all times when required.
• Ensure Energy management solutions are adhered to at 54gene’s locations.
• Liaise with all relevant regulatory bodies and utility providers to ensure business activities in all facilities are running.
• Ensure service providers deliver value commensurate with what they are being paid.
• Responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise.

Requirements
Qualification:

• B.Sc / HND in Facility Management, Engineering, Engineering Construction and any other related field
• 2-5 years working experience in facility management
• Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices
• Experience in the Health industry would be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• High attention to detail and efficient problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to speak with all levels of employees, guests, vendors, and team members
• Good Reporting skill
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Powerpoint
• Outstanding organizational skills