Facility Caretaker at Alaba Shonibare & Co.

Alaba Shonibare & Co. is a privately held real estate development and management firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 1990, the company has a rich history rooted in the development of Shonibare Estate, one of Nigeria’s earliest private housing estates, founded by Chief S. O. Shonibare over 60 years ago .

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Facility Caretaker

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of all facilities, including buildings, utilities, equipment, and common areas.
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules.
• Ensure timely repairs of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural issues.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and facility assets.
• Source, supervise, and evaluate external vendors and service providers (cleaning, security, landscaping, waste management, repairs, etc.).
• Verify work completion and authorize payments in line with approved contracts.
• Supervise security personnel and access control systems.
• Oversee facility upgrades, renovations, and fit-out projects when required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for facility-related concerns from occupants and management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building Technology, Estate Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in facilities or property management.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of building systems and facility operations.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Budgeting, negotiation, and vendor management skills.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.

Working Conditions:

• May require after-hours or emergency response availability.
• Occasional site inspections and supervision across multiple locations (if applicable).

Salary
N120,000 - N150,000 monthly. 

Application Closing Date
30th January, 2026.