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Job Title
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Facilities Manager
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Department
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HAM Administration
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Reports To
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Head of Administration
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Direct Reports
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Facilities Supervisors, Housekeeping Supervisor, Technicians, Cleaners, Groundskeepers
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Location
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Plant Site, Ibeju-Lekki Lagos
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Employment Type
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Full-time
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1. Job Purpose
To ensure the plant's utilities, grounds and support services are safe, clean, compliant and fully operational. The role also manages housekeeping standards and all facilities-related vendors, including statutory engagement with the Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA).
2. Key Responsibilities
A. Housekeeping
- Set, monitor and enforce cleanliness and hygiene standards across the plant, offices, canteen, restrooms and common areas.
- Prepare cleaning schedules, checklists and inspection routines.
- Manage the housekeeping team's rosters, supplies and equipment.
- Conduct regular inspections and ensure corrective action is taken promptly.
- Oversee pest control and fumigation programmes.
B. Waste Management and LAWMA Liaison
- Ensure proper segregation, collection, storage and disposal of general and industrial waste.
- Serve as the primary contact with LAWMA and its accredited waste contractors.
- Maintain valid registrations, permits, waste manifests and payment records.
- Schedule waste collections to prevent overflow and site contamination.
- Ensure compliance with Lagos State environmental regulations and the plant's EHS policies.
- Support audits and inspections by LAWMA, LASEPA and other regulatory bodies.
C. Vendor Management
- Identify, evaluate and onboard facilities service providers (cleaning, security, catering, transport, maintenance, pest control, waste).
- Negotiate contracts and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Monitor vendor performance using KPIs and conduct periodic reviews.
- Verify and approve vendor invoices before payment.
- Ensure vendors comply with HSE requirements, insurance and statutory obligations.
D. Health, Safety and Compliance
- Enforce safe working practices in all facilities activities.
- Ensure fire safety equipment, emergency exits and evacuation plans are maintained and tested.
- Investigate facilities-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain compliance with applicable regulations and permits.
E. Reporting and Team Leadership
- Submit weekly and monthly facilities, housekeeping and vendor performance reports.
- Supervise, train and appraise facilities staff.
- Handle staff and vendor disputes and escalate issues where necessary.
3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
4. Qualifications and Experience
- B.Sc./HND in Facilities Management, Engineering, Estate Management, Environmental Management or a related field.
- 7+ years' facilities management experience, at least 3 in a supervisory or managerial role (manufacturing or plant environment preferred).
- Professional certifications are an advantage (e.g., NEBOSH/IOSH, IFMA/BIFM, PMP).
5. Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of plant maintenance, utilities, and housekeeping standards.
- Experience dealing with LAWMA, LASEPA and other Lagos State regulators.
- Contract negotiation and vendor performance management.
- Budgeting and cost control.
- Leadership, communication and problem-solving.
- Proficiency in MS Office and facilities software.
6. Working Conditions
- Based at the plant, with regular site walks and inspections.
- May be required to respond to emergencies outside normal working hours.
