Eclat Human Resource Consulting is a specialized and progressive management firm headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria. Our focus is to enable our clients to achieve their desired outcomes by providing them with bespoke workable systems, structures, and people.
Our team represents a diverse spectrum of professionals who are solution-oriented and dedicated to promoting the practice of statutory ethical business advisory while rendering services for public, private, and third-sector organizations. We understand that every client is unique, therefore we take responsibility for each client’s experience, their firm, and its resources.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Wuse 2, Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will (but is not limited to):
- Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all resturant and hotel systems, equipment, and facilities to minimize breakdowns and extend asset lifespan.
- Contribute to the overall operational strategy of the restaurant and hotel, providing expert advice on engineering and maintenance matters.
- Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans, including preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance schedules, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and deliverable.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of hotel facilities (e.g., plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, elevators, lighting).
- Work with external contractors, service providers, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality execution of maintenance projects and procurement of necessary parts.
- Establish and manage a framework for monitoring maintenance activities, tracking performance against key indicators such as downtime, repair costs, and equipment lifespan.
- Ensure prompt and efficient response to all guest and internal department maintenance requests, prioritizing critical issues.
- Prepare and maintain detailed maintenance documentation, including work orders, repair logs, equipment manuals, inspection reports, and budget details.
- Assist in tracking maintenance budgets, ensuring expenses stay within scope and reporting any variances as needed.
- Conduct regular inspections and site visits to monitor the quality of maintenance work, assess the condition of facilities and equipment, and ensure compliance.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, industry standards, and local building codes for all maintenance operations.
- Communicate regularly with relevant departments and management, keeping them informed of maintenance status, planned works, and potential disruptions.
- Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of equipment, facilities, and work practices.
- Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team, facilitating regular meetings and ensuring skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Contribute to post-maintenance reviews, documenting lessons learned, and making recommendations for asset lifecycle improvements and operational enhancements.
- Manage the inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing holding costs.
- Implement a system for tracking and managing hotel assets, including maintenance schedules and depreciation.
- Research and recommend new technologies or equipment that could improve efficiency, guest comfort, or cost savings.
- Assist in procurement processes specific to maintenance, including preparing specifications, reviewing proposals, and coordinating contracts for parts, tools, and services.
Requirement
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) or a related technical field is required; a Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CEM, CFM) is a significant advantage.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in maintenance management, preferably within the hospitality industry.
- Proficiency in Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential.
Required Competencies:
- Strong organisational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially for technical explanations.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency repairs effectively.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy in diagnosing issues and performing repairs.
- Proactive problem-solving abilities and a solution-oriented mindset for complex technical challenges.
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a technical team.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse operational teams and external vendors.
Application Closing Date
27th June, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs.eclathrconsulting@gmail.com using “Maintenance Manager, Abuja”as the email subject.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.