Assistant Facility Manager

Location: LekkiAjah Lagos
Industry: Hospitality / Beach Resort
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Monthly Salary:
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM start time one day off per week
Accommodation: Provided

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Assistant Facility Manager to support the Facility Manager in ensuring the smooth operation maintenance and safety of a leading beach resort in LekkiAjah. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining guest comfort facility functionality and operational excellence across all resort infrastructure amenities and services. This role involves assisting with maintenance projects coordinating with internal departments such as housekeeping and engineering managing vendor relationships enforcing safety protocols and supporting budget and project management to enhance the overall guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

1. Facility Maintenance

• Assist the Facility Manager in overseeing the maintenance of all building systems grounds and equipment.
  

• Ensure timely repair and preventive maintenance of HVAC plumbing electrical and other critical systems.
  

• Support the implementation of sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
  

2. Staff and Vendor Management

• Assist in supervising training and coordinating maintenance and operations staff.
  

• Liaise with external vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery of services and maintenance projects.
  

• Support recruitment and performance monitoring of facility staff.
  

3. Budget and Financial Support

• Assist in managing the facilitys operational budget including costs for maintenance utilities and vendor services.
  

• Track expenses help optimize resource allocation and prepare reports on facility operations and project costs.
  

4. Safety Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to Nigerian safety health and fire regulations.
  

• Assist in developing implementing and monitoring emergency response procedures.
  

• Conduct regular inspections and risk assessments identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
  

5. Project Coordination

• Support the planning and execution of facility projects including renovations installations and seasonal improvements.
  

• Coordinate with other departments to minimize guest disruption during projects.
  

6. Guest Satisfaction

• Work to maintain a clean functional and comfortable resort environment that contributes to positive guest experiences.
  

• Respond promptly to facility-related guest concerns or issues in coordination with relevant departments.
  

7. Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain records of maintenance schedules incident reports safety audits and operational performance.
  

• Assist in preparing reports for the Facility Manager and senior management.
  

8. Training and Development

• Support the Facility Manager in training facility staff on maintenance procedures safety protocols and emergency response.
  

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement teamwork and operational excellence.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum HND or Bachelors degree in Facility Management Engineering Hospitality Management or a related field.
  

• At least 5 years experience in facility management or operations preferably in hospitality or resort environments.
  

• Knowledge of building systems maintenance procedures central power and water treatment/storage systems.
  

• Strong understanding of health safety and environmental regulations.
  

• Proficient in facility management software budgeting tools and reporting systems.
  

• Excellent organizational communication leadership and problem-solving skills.
  

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate with diverse teams.
  

• Capable of handling emergency situations and troubleshooting operational issues effectively.
  

Key Attributes for Success

• Professional results-oriented and proactive approach.
  

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills across departments.
  

• Commitment to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
  

• Detail-oriented with ability to identify and solve problems quickly.
  

Benefits