Job particulars
- Job title
- Facilities Manager-Events
- Hiring organisation
- s Expand Recruitment Services
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Level
- Management
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Salary
- KES 60,000 – 60,000 / month
- Posted
- 31 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Nov 2026
Key responsibilities
- Facilities Operations.
- Manage the day-to-day operation and maintenance of facilities.
- Ensure offices, workspaces, meeting areas, stores, production/support areas and common areas are maintained to a high standard.
- Conduct regular inspections of facilities and identify maintenance, safety and operational issues.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules.
- Coordinate repairs, servicing and corrective maintenance.
- Ensure facilities are operational and ready to support business activities.
- Maintain accurate facilities records, asset registers and maintenance logs.
- Building & Equipment Maintenance.
- Coordinate maintenance of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, access-control and other building systems.
- Ensure generators, backup power systems and other critical infrastructure are appropriately maintained.
- Coordinate servicing and inspection of facilities equipment.
- Monitor breakdowns and ensure timely resolution.
- Develop preventive maintenance plans to minimise operational downtime.
- Maintain records of warranties, service contracts, inspections and maintenance activities.
- Health, Safety & Environment.
- Support implementation of workplace health and safety requirements.
- Conduct routine workplace inspections and coordinate corrective actions.
- Identify facilities-related hazards and ensure they are addressed.
- Coordinate fire safety systems, emergency preparedness and evacuation arrangements.
- Ensure fire extinguishers, alarms, emergency exits and related systems are inspected and maintained.
- Support incident reporting and investigation where facilities are involved.
- Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices.
- Work closely with the HSE/SHEQ function where applicable.
- Security & Access Management.
- Coordinate with security service providers to maintain appropriate security standards.
- Monitor access-control arrangements for employees, visitors, contractors and suppliers.
- Ensure visitor and contractor access procedures are followed.
- Review security incidents and coordinate appropriate corrective action.
- Support emergency response and business-continuity arrangements.
Candidate requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Hospitality, Property Management, Inventory Management or a related discipline.
- 3–5 Years’ relevant experience in facilities, property, operations, maintenance or administration.
- Experience managing contractors, suppliers and service providers.
- Experience managing workplace maintenance and facilities budgets.
- Working knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and reporting tools.
- Strong facilities and operational management skills.
- Excellent planning and coordination.
- Strong contractor and supplier-management skills.
- Budget and cost-control capability.
- Health and safety awareness.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
- Strong reporting and documentation skills.
- High level of integrity and accountability.
- Proactive approach to maintenance and risk management.
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Hiring organisation
s Expand Recruitment Services