Facility Manager at Word of Faith Group of Schools

Word of Faith Schools is the flagship of Christian Education in Africa with a tremendous spiritual and academic heritage, together with abundant opportunities for the maximization of your potential. Word of Faith Schools is a Christian school par excellence with the drive and determination to train up a child in the way he should go so that when he is old he will not depart from it (Pro. 22:6). This is being vigorously pursued through well-defined measures aimed at building character, self-discipline, nobility, and high standards of conduct in the child.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Facility Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full Time

Key Responsibilities
Facility Maintenance & Operations:

• Oversee daily maintenance of school buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Schedule and supervise regular inspections, repairs, and servicing of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure the school complies with local building codes, health and safety regulations, and fire safety standards.
• Conduct regular safety drills (fire, earthquake, lockdown) in coordination with school leadership.
• Maintain up-to-date records of inspections, maintenance, and incident reports.

Staff & Contractor Supervision:

• Manage custodial, maintenance, and security staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors and service providers.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Prepare and manage the facilities budget, including procurement of equipment, supplies, and maintenance services.
• Monitor and control facility-related expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Infrastructure Projects:

• Plan and oversee renovations, construction, and refurbishment projects.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, and contractors for major works.

Environmental & Sustainability Initiatives:

• Implement energy-saving and sustainability initiatives.
• Promote recycling, water conservation, and efficient use of resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience in facilities management, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience managing teams and budgets.

Key Skills:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with facility management software or systems (e.g., CMMS).

Application Closing Date
15th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@wofportal.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.