Maintainance Manager (Student Housing Company Limited) - Akwa Ibom at Africa Plus Partners Nigeria Limited (APPNL)

Job Summary

• The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all facilities, equipment, and infrastructure are safe, functional, and well-maintained at all times. The role involves planning and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance activities to support smooth day-to-day operations and a comfortable living environment for residents. He/She supervises maintenance staff and contractors, manages repairs across electrical, plumbing and general building systems, and ensures timely resolution of reported issues. He/She is also responsible for routine inspections, asset management, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The role also includes budgeting and cost control for maintenance activities, inventory management of spare parts and materials, and coordination with other departments to minimize disruptions.

Job Details

• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for all building systems.
• Ensure timely repair of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and civil issues.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to identify and resolve defects proactively.
• Supervise and coordinate technicians, and external contractors.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure quality of work delivered.
• Maintain an updated asset register and track the condition of all equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure proper operation and upkeep of generators, water systems and other critical assets.
• Implement measures to extend asset lifespan and reduce downtime. 
• Manage resident maintenance requests and ensure prompt resolution.
• Establish a tracking system for complaints and monitor turnaround times.
• Ensure high levels of resident satisfaction through efficient service delivery.
• Prepare and manage the maintenance budget.
• Monitor expenses and ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Source and procure maintenance materials and services in line with approved budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage stock levels of spare parts and maintenance materials and ensure timely replenishment of inventory to avoid delays in repairs.
• Prepare periodic maintenance reports highlighting issues, costs, and actions taken.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE)
• 8+ years of maintenance experience
• 3+ years' experience managing maintenance technicians
• Understanding and experience with civil, plumbing, electrical, welding, and whole-facility maintenance.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting techniques.

Skills & Competencies

• Must be computer literate with sufficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Project
• Good oral and writing skills
• Expertise in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Quick thinking to address unexpected equipment failures.
• Data-driven decision-making to improve maintenance outcomes.