You will join the team overseeing planned and ad-hoc maintenance and improvement works in Civil & Structural (C&S) and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services throughout the Singapore Botanic Gardens. You will ensure all works comply with specifications and building regulations. Your responsibilities will range from routine repairs to major upgrading projects. Additionally, you will monitor and enhance the sustainability of the Gardens' operations and facilities.
Manager / SBG Facilities (Contract)
National Parks Board
Fixed TermsClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
You will:
Oversee routine maintenance operations, ensuring timely response to facilities issues and maintaining the high standards expected of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Manage a number of different contractors concurrently
Work with colleagues from different departments in Singapore Botanic Gardens and NParks
Handle important infrastructural renewal works, such as cyclical replacement of air conditioning systems and maintaining heritage buildings and landscapes within the Gardens
Lead environmental sustainability initiatives, including compiling and reporting sustainability metrics, and managing the Green Mark re-certification process for Botany Centre
You will:
Oversee routine maintenance operations, ensuring timely response to facilities issues and maintaining the high standards expected of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Manage a number of different contractors concurrently
Work with colleagues from different departments in Singapore Botanic Gardens and NParks
Handle important infrastructural renewal works, such as cyclical replacement of air conditioning systems and maintaining heritage buildings and landscapes within the Gardens
Lead environmental sustainability initiatives, including compiling and reporting sustainability metrics, and managing the Green Mark re-certification process for Botany Centre
What we are looking for
Area of study in Facilities Management, Building Services, Sustainability, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical and/or Environmental Engineering or related
Preferably with prior experience in facility management & sustainability work
Able to work in team environment, adaptable and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Conversant with current Codes of Practice, requirement of regulatory authorities and building regulations
Good interpersonal, communication, management and organisation skills and able to multi-task
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidate will be offered a 11-month employment contract.
About National Parks Board
At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.
About your application process
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.