senior facilities manager (industrial project - penang)

• Lead the implementation of operation-related standards and procedures, preventive & planned maintenance program, repair & replacement initiative program, and helpdesk management to minimize the risk of plant failure.
• Responsible for managing both hard service and soft service operations to ensure the implementation of agreed procedures and standards
• Oversee all site repair and maintenance carried out by subcontractors to ensure completion, quality, and compliance with specifications and ordinance requirements
• Conduct meetings with contractors, specialist vendors, and suppliers to establish and maintain required standards and develop corrective action plans
• Ensure maintenance documentation meets required standards and provides sufficient information for effective asset management
• Interpret and evaluate contract and service agreements to verify their adherence to legal requirements, guidelines, contracting principles, financial limitations, and both corporate and client protocols
• Support the client with statutory compliance requirements/certifications for the site
• Maintain asset information and update changes within the CMMS
• Ensure site operations, including incident management and escalation, comply with the company's policy
• Implement continuous management initiatives and energy management plans to achieve better results and increase energy efficiency
• Review existing operations to reduce costs and improve operational standards
• Promote open, constructive, and collaborative relations with superiors, subordinates, peers, and clients
• Ensure adherence to financial processes, including timely submission of financial reports
• Be responsible for vendor financial management, including understanding vendor scope in relation to SLA/KPI and costing
• Actively work to align site financial operations with agreed budget/target
• Ensure the provision of a safe working environment at the site and compliance with HSE standards
• Conduct Job Hazards Analysis (JHA)
• Collaborate closely with HSE Executive to plan, execute, and implement HSE procedures for all site activities

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Property Management or equivalent
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in engineering or facility management
• Competent and experienced in maintenance and operations of industrial/manufacturing plant
• High proficiency in interpersonal skills, capable of interacting effectively with various client and vendor personnel
• Skilled in implementing continuous improvement initiatives, managing client relationships, and preparing reports
• Hands-on experience and knowledge in M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) and building-related systems, including CRAU (Computer Room Air Conditioning Units), chillers, PDU (Power Distribution Units), UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), Switch Gears Ops, DX cooling, Network structure cabling, and Security systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and experience in developing business justifications (white papers)

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