Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled, proactive, and hands-on Facility Engineer to oversee the safety, reliability, and efficient operation of our 7-storey commercial building located at Sungei Kadut Street 2. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing building infrastructure, ensuring regulatorycompliance, supervising facility staff and service providers, and maintaining a safe and conducive environment for tenants, visitors, and employees. He will also support the company's workplace safety, emergency preparedness, and CERT operations, ensuring compliance with applicable statutory requirements and business continuity objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of the Building Management System (BMS), Mechanical Ventilation and Air Conditioning (MVAC), electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- Plan, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programme to ensure the smooth operation of all building systems and facilities.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Supervise and manage a team comprising 2 Facility Assistants and 1 Cleaner, ensuring high standards of maintenance, housekeeping, and service delivery.
- Oversee outsourced security personnel and ensure compliance with building security and safety procedures.
- Maintain and supervise the upkeep of landscape areas and fishpond to preserve environmental quality and aesthetics.
- Coordinate and liaise with tenants, contractors, and service providers on facility-related matters, maintenance activities, and operational safety requirements.
- Lead fire safety initiatives, conduct fire drills, and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
- Oversee smart building security systems, including access control systems, lift access management, and CCTV surveillance systems.
- Monitor building utilities and energy consumption and recommend energy-saving and sustainability initiatives.
- Investigate building defects, maintenance issues, incidents, and customer feedback, and implement corrective actions.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports on maintenance activities, system performance, contractor performance, and incident investigations.
- Manage building maintenance contracts, service agreements, and vendor performance evaluations.
Requirements
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, Building Services, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in building operations, facilities management, or maintenance of commercial or industrial properties.
- Strong knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS), MVAC systems, electrical installations, plumbing systems, and fire protection systems.
- Certified CERT Site Incident Controller (SIC)
- Certified Safety Officer (or equivalent Workplace Safety and Health qualification) will be an added advantage.
- Experience in supervising maintenance teams, contractors, and service providers.
- Familiarity with Singapore statutory requirements and building regulations.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve operational issues effectively.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills for liaising with tenants, authorities, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking senior management, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently.
- Candidates who can commence work on short notice will have an added advantage.
- Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and energy management systems.
- Experience with access control, CCTV, and smart building technologies.
Benefits
- Permanent position
- Medical benefits
- Annual leave and statutory benefits
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Career advancement opportunities
5 days’ week with alternate Saturday off
(Monday – Saturday, 9.00am – 6.00pm)
company transport picks up at Yew Tee MRT Station
Hear Our Story
Star International is an integrated designer, retailer, manufacturer, and exporter of household furniture.
Our principal business activities include:
1. Designing, manufacturing and retailing of household furniture and accessories
2. Exporting of household furniture and accessories.
With a long heritage since 1981, Star International now has a strong presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, and China with a total of 17 retail showrooms and an export network of over 30 countries. Our factories are set up in Chenzhou, China, and Johor, Malaysia.
Retail
Star International has a strong retail presence with a network of 6 retail points in Singapore, 9 in Taiwan, and 2 in Malaysia.
We have also conceptualized a retail concept brand known as Star Living - a one-stop furniture and furnishing store, housing seven distinct brands, specially catered for the busy city dwellers in Singapore.
The seven distinct brands are catering to varied customer segments. They are Star; Mondi Lifestyle; LUCANO; JotterGoods; Aartical; BEDz Store and Serenade, each having its own unique brand propositions. We have consistently brought to market superior quality products in modern innovative designs that are current to modern market demands.
Export
Star International has penetrated the international market and grown an extensive export base over the years. The Group’s comprehensive range of modern and innovative furniture and furnishing products are now exported to over 30 countries in Europe (including Eastern Europe), Canada, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Islands.
Another success factor is our unrelentingly good customer service. We constantly revitalize our collections and services in pace with the latest global trends and market development.