IKEA Jurong & Alexandra - Facilities Specialist

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Reporting to the Facilities Team Leader, as facilities specialist, the role requires that tasks assigned and/or procure from our contractors is completed on-time and right the first time. IKEA is always on the look-out for talent that can be developed into leadership roles, to support the team in building up competence level. This is part of the IKEA Succession planning.

Your assignment:

• To assist in maintaining, servicing and repair of all plants and equipment in store, including planned preventive maintenance, to ensure the "Store In Shape As New (SISAN)";
• To monitor, maintain and troubleshoot problems with the building's utility systems to ensure proper operation including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, life safety, and energy management systems;
• Ensure all the building facilities assets and systems are maintained in a good and serviceable working condition at all times; 
• To work closely with any external service providers as required, e.g. contract cleaning;
• To assist in developing work specifications to ensure maximum results are achieved;
• To assist in performing quality inspections utilizing a random sample technique so that quality control standards are maintained;
• To perform all minor work repairs, service and maintenance by IKEA's own in-house facilities specialist;
• Supervise pest control programs to maintain pest free environment for co-workers and customers. 

• Possess at least a Professional Certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent;
• 3 years’ relevant working experience in facilities management/ maintenance management/building operations maintenance preferably with specialization in huge retail environment;
• Hands on knowledge in handling all technical aspects of building and facilities (air-conditioning system, chiller, cooling tower, fire alarm system, boom gates and ticketing system among others);
• Good team player and ability to work well with others;
• Able to anticipate issues before they arise and recommend appropriate solutions;
• Able to work on shift, weekends and public holidays when required.