Hotel Maintenance Manager at IBIC Holdings

IBIC Holdings is a leading Pan-African investment company with major interests in real estate, digital currencies, facility management, and hospitality.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Hotel Maintenance Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Hotel Maintenance Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining all essential engineering systems of the property, with particular oversight of electrical systems, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and generator operations.
• This role ensures that all critical infrastructure functions reliably and efficiently to support a seamless luxury guest experience.
• The manager leads a team of technicians to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and uphold safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities
Electrical Systems:

• Supervise the maintenance of electrical panels, wiring, lighting, sockets, circuit breakers, and power outlets.
• Monitor voltage levels and ensure safe electrical load distribution throughout the property.
• Respond to and resolve power outages or electrical malfunctions quickly and safely.

Air Conditioning (HVAC):

• Ensure all guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces maintain consistent and comfortable temperature levels.
• Supervise the servicing, cleaning, and repair of split units, central cooling systems, chillers, and ventilation ducts.
• Schedule and perform regular AC system inspections and preventive maintenance.

Generators (Power Backup):

• Oversee the operation of standby generators, including routine checks, fuel level monitoring, and switching protocols during power outages.
• Train staff on safe and timely on/off procedures for generators.
• Ensure proper maintenance, oil checks, filter replacements, and compliance with fuel safety regulations.

Plumbing Systems:

• Supervise the installation, repair, and maintenance of water supply systems, sewage, drainage, and bathroom fixtures.
• Ensure uninterrupted water supply, optimal water pressure, and fast response to leaks or plumbing issues.
• Monitor water heating systems (boilers, geysers) and drainage lines.

Team Management & Training:

• Lead a team of maintenance technicians and assign tasks based on urgency and specialization.
• Conduct routine training on safety procedures, emergency response, and equipment handling.
• Maintain a 24/7 maintenance coverage schedule with clearly defined shift responsibilities.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance:

• Implement a detailed preventive maintenance schedule for all critical systems and guest facilities.
• Conduct routine inspections of mechanical rooms, rooftop systems, plant rooms, and service areas.
• Maintain maintenance logs, task completion reports, and incident documentation.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with local regulations, fire safety codes, and health/environmental standards.
• Coordinate with external vendors for inspections, certifications, and specialized repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance staff follow proper lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures and wear appropriate PPE.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor`s Degree / HND / NCE / OND qualification
• Proven experience minimum 3 - 6 years in a similar maintenance leadership role in hospitality
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing)
• Solid understanding of health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to manage budgets and maintenance records
• Relevant certifications or technical training; engineering degree is an added advantage
• Flexible availability, including weekends and emergencies when required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.