IMAS International School Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced and technically competent Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of the school's facilities, infrastructure, and sports amenities.
The ideal candidate should have strong experience in school or institutional facilities management, with relevant technical certifications and practical knowledge of electrical systems, fire safety, sports centre operations, swimming pool maintenance, and general building maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Facilities & Building Maintenance
- Oversee the daily maintenance and upkeep of school buildings, classrooms, offices, laboratories, washrooms, and common areas.
- Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans to ensure all facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
- Supervise maintenance technicians, contractors, and service providers to ensure work is completed according to quality, safety, and timeline requirements.
- Conduct routine inspections and coordinate repairs involving electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, lighting, and other building systems.
2. Electrical Systems & Technical Compliance
- Oversee electrical installations, equipment, and maintenance activities in accordance with applicable safety requirements.
- Ensure electrical maintenance and related works are carried out by appropriately qualified and authorised personnel.
- Maintain relevant technical records, inspection reports, certificates, and maintenance documentation.
- Coordinate with competent electrical personnel and relevant authorities on compliance matters.
3. Fire Safety & Bomba Compliance
- Coordinate fire safety inspections, servicing, and maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment.
- Ensure fire extinguishers, fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire exits, and other relevant safety systems are properly maintained.
- Liaise with the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (Bomba), relevant authorities, and appointed contractors on inspections, compliance, and certification matters.
- Coordinate fire drills, emergency preparedness activities, and follow-up actions arising from safety inspections.
4. Sports Centre & Swimming Pool Maintenance
- Oversee the maintenance and operational readiness of sports halls, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, courts, gym equipment, and related amenities.
- Supervise swimming pool maintenance, including water quality monitoring, filtration systems, pumps, chemical treatment, and pool equipment.
- Ensure sports and aquatic facilities meet applicable safety, hygiene, and operational requirements.
- Coordinate specialist servicing and repairs to minimise downtime and maintain a safe environment for students and staff.
5. Safety, Compliance & Vendor Management
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable Malaysian laws, safety standards, and institutional requirements.
- Monitor contractor performance, maintenance budgets, spare parts, equipment inventories, and service agreements.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance schedules, work orders, inspection findings, and corrective actions.
- Identify potential risks and implement appropriate preventive measures to protect students, staff, visitors, and school property.
6. Team & Operational Management
- Lead, supervise, and develop the maintenance team to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Plan maintenance schedules around school activities to minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
- Respond promptly to urgent breakdowns, facility issues, and emergencies.
- Provide regular reports to school management on facilities condition, maintenance priorities, expenditure, and improvement projects.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma, certificate, or equivalent technical qualification in Facilities Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or a related field.
- Possession of a valid Chargeman Certificate recognised by Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST) is strongly preferred. Candidates must specify their chargeman category and authorisation level.
- Relevant fire safety, Bomba-related, occupational safety, or facilities management certifications will be an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in facilities, building, or maintenance management, preferably in a school, educational institution, sports complex, hospital, or other large facility.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in electrical systems, building maintenance, fire safety systems, sports facility maintenance, and swimming pool operations.
- Experience supervising maintenance teams, contractors, service providers, and maintenance budgets.
- Good knowledge of preventive maintenance, workplace safety, statutory compliance, and facilities inspection procedures.
- Strong troubleshooting, planning, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to urgent maintenance matters.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Experience managing facilities in an international school or educational environment.
- Familiarity with Malaysian regulatory requirements and coordination with Bomba, Suruhanjaya Tenaga, and other relevant authorities.
- Practical knowledge of swimming pool water treatment, filtration, and pump systems.
- Experience coordinating facility upgrades, refurbishment works, and maintenance projects.
- A proactive, hands-on leader with a strong sense of accountability, safety, and service quality.
Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM6,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you hold a valid Chargeman Certificate recognised by Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST)?
- How many years of experience do you have in facilities or maintenance management, preferably in a school or similar institutional environment?
- Do you have hands-on experience managing swimming pool maintenance, sports facilities, and fire safety systems, including Bomba compliance?
- What is your expected salary?
- How long is your notice period?
Work Location: In person
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