Facilities Manager Job Makini Schools

Makini Schools is seeking a dynamic and experienced Facilities Manager. The Facilities Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing the management, maintenance, safety, compliance, cleaning and operational efficiency of all campus facilities, infrastructure, utilities, and support services. The role ensures that buildings, grounds, equipment, and security systems are maintained to agreed standards through effective management of internal teams, contractors, and service providers, while driving cost control, resource optimization, statutory compliance, risk management, business licensing requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives to provide a safe, secure, and conducive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field from a recognised university
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage
• OSHA Training
• Fire Training
• First Aid Training
• Strong working knowledge of facilities management principles, building maintenance, utilities management, and infrastructure operations.
• Sound understanding of relevant Kenyan legislation and regulatory requirements, including OSHA 2007, WIBA, Public Health Act, Fire Safety Regulations, Environmental Management requirements, and building compliance standards.
• Experience managing outsourced service providers and contractors, including security, cleaning, landscaping, maintenance, waste management, and catering services.
• Experience managing preventative maintenance programmes and statutory inspection schedules.

Skills, knowledge, abilities & values

• Ability to work effectively with senior leadership, school administrators, regulatory authorities, auditors, contractors, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
• Strong report-writing, analytical, and presentation skills.
• High level of professional integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive operational, financial, and employee-related information.
• Physically capable of conducting site inspections, assessing facilities, and monitoring contractor activities across the campus.
• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and maintaining a safe learning environment for students, staff, parents, and visitors.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams, including technical and non-technical staff, while fostering a culture of accountability and service excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high standards of service delivery and compliance.

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