Facility Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Facility Manager to join a reputable manufacturing and production organisation based in Bayan Lepas.

This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact by ensuring that all facilities are maintained to the highest standards, meeting both health and safety regulations as well as legal requirements. You will be at the heart of operations, collaborating with a dedicated team and external partners to ensure seamless facility performance. The position provides an engaging environment where your expertise in engineering, compliance, and project management will be highly valued. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, supportive leadership, and a culture that prioritises safety and wellbeing, this is an ideal role for someone looking to further their career in facility management while enjoying flexible working opportunities and ongoing training.

• Play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing building standards, ensuring all facilities meet stringent health, safety, and legal requirements while supporting operational excellence.
• Benefit from a collaborative work environment that values your input, encourages knowledge sharing, and supports your professional development through continuous learning opportunities.
• Enjoy the satisfaction of leading a committed team, fostering a culture of safety first, and making meaningful contributions to environmental sustainability and compliance initiatives.

What you'll do:

As Facility Manager, you will play an integral part in shaping the day-to-day running of the organisation’s physical infrastructure. Your role will involve close collaboration with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure every aspect of the facility operates smoothly. From overseeing maintenance schedules to managing complex renovation projects, you will be responsible for upholding high standards across all areas. Your ability to foster teamwork and provide constructive feedback will help create an environment where everyone feels supported. By focusing on compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations, and efficient resource allocation, you will contribute directly to the company’s operational success. Your attention to detail combined with strategic oversight will ensure that both immediate needs and long-term objectives are achieved.

• Oversee the daily operations of the facility team, ensuring all monitoring systems are tracked effectively so that operational output consistently meets organisational needs.
• Take responsibility for the general upkeep and maintenance of buildings, guaranteeing adherence to health and safety standards as well as all relevant legal obligations.
• Liaise proactively with equipment suppliers, local authorities, environmental agencies, safety regulators, and utility providers to ensure full compliance with technical matters.
• Identify resource requirements for operational activities, ensuring that staffing levels and materials are always sufficient to support smooth facility operations.
• Manage scheduled waste disposal processes in strict accordance with legal requirements while maintaining accurate records and adhering to budgetary constraints.
• Supervise building projects including renovations or refurbishments, coordinating contractors and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Develop, motivate, and nurture team members by providing direct feedback and fostering a culture where everyone can perform to their full potential within a 'Safety First' framework.
• Be accountable for the successful implementation of all activities within the facility’s scope of work, ensuring quality objectives are met alongside key performance indicators.
• Monitor budgets related to facility operations closely, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or compliance.
• Champion environmental sustainability initiatives by ensuring best practices are followed in energy usage, waste management, and chemical handling.

What you bring:

To excel as Facility Manager in this organisation, you will bring substantial experience gained within manufacturing environments where you have overseen complex facilities. Your educational background in engineering equips you with technical insight while your hands-on experience ensures practical problem-solving skills. You understand how critical it is to maintain rigorous standards for health and safety while balancing operational efficiency. Your interpersonal skills allow you to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels as well as external partners such as suppliers or regulatory bodies. A commitment to continuous improvement means you are always seeking ways to enhance processes—whether through better resource allocation or innovative approaches to sustainability challenges. Certifications in energy management demonstrate your dedication to best practice while any additional competencies in waste or chemical handling further strengthen your profile.

• Hold at least a degree in engineering from an established university with a minimum of four years of full-time study completed successfully.
• Demonstrate at least six years’ experience working within a manufacturing environment where you have managed facilities or similar operations.
• Showcase excellent management skills complemented by outstanding verbal communication abilities that enable effective collaboration across teams.
• Possess comprehensive knowledge spanning electrical systems, mechanical infrastructure, and building maintenance practices relevant to large-scale facilities.
• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail while also understanding how individual tasks fit into broader organisational goals.
• Display proven project management capabilities along with the ability to multitask efficiently under pressure without sacrificing quality or compliance.
• Hold certification as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) by Suruhanjaya Tenaga as well as registration as a Registered Energy Manager (REM) – Type 2.
• Demonstrate familiarity with regulatory requirements related to environmental protection including waste disposal protocols and chemical handling procedures.
• Possession of additional competencies such as Competent Person for Schedule Waste, Chemical Handling, Bag Filter or Waste Water Treatment (by DOE) would be advantageous.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating safe, sustainable workplaces where employees feel valued and empowered. The company fosters an inclusive culture built on mutual respect and open communication—qualities that encourage collaboration across departments. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance alongside generous training programmes aimed at personal growth. The leadership team is known for being approachable and supportive; they actively invest in staff development through mentoring schemes and regular feedback sessions. Environmental stewardship is embedded into every aspect of operations—from energy-efficient building practices through responsible waste management—ensuring that your work contributes not only to business success but also positive community impact. Joining this team means becoming part of an organisation that genuinely cares about its people’s wellbeing while striving for excellence in everything it does.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey as a Facility Manager within an inspiring team environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by sending your CV to desmond.khoo@robertwalters.com.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C