Facility Manager at a Private School - Zurishaddai Recruitment Agency

Zurishaddai Recruitment Agency - Our client, a private school, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Facility Manager

Location: Ejigbo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

Description

• Our client is a private school in Lagos seeking an experienced Facility Manager to oversee the maintenance, safety, and operations of our school campus.
• You will ensure our learning environment remains functional, clean, and safe for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance for all school buildings, classrooms, toilets, and grounds
• Supervise in-house cleaners, security guards, gardeners, and external contractors
• Monitor and manage utilities: generators, borehole, electricity, water, and diesel consumption
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and security protocols; conduct regular facility inspections
• Source vendors, obtain quotes, and supervise repair/renovation projects to completion
• Maintain accurate records of assets, maintenance logs, warranties, and service contracts
• Prepare monthly facility reports and manage maintenance budget with the accountants
• Respond to facility emergencies and ensure minimal disruption to school activities.

Requirements

• Education: HND / BSc Degree in Facilities Management, Estate Management, Engineering, or related fields
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in facility/operations management. School or hospitality experience is an advantage
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general building systems
• Soft Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and vendor management skills.
• Proactive problem-solver
• Software: Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and report writing
• Must be physically fit for site inspections and available for emergency call-outs
• Must reside in close proximity to Ejigbo.

Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable, based on experience and qualifications
• Pension scheme and HMO coverage
• Paid leave aligned with school calendar
• Professional development opportunities.

Application Closing Date
7th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: zurishaddairecruitmentagency@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.