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Job Opening: Director of Facilities & Maintenance

Summary of the Position

The Facilities Director is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the ISKL properties, currently comprising the two vacant campuses at Melawati and Ampang, and the currently occupied campus at Ampang Hilir, which comprises approximately 1800 students. This position encompasses the role of a multi-disciplinary supervisor for approximately 20 operations and event management staff and various external service contractors (approximately 70+ contracted staff) in the performance of a variety of services including janitorial, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire safety, air conditioning systems, grounds and fields maintenance, and recycling. The Facilities Director also works closely with the Director of Risk Management to ensure the security of the campuses.

The Facilities Director is responsible for ensuring that all of the school’s facilities are operating at a high level of efficiency and effectiveness. This requires establishing and leading a team of qualified staff members and outsourced professionals with the appropriate written directives and responsibilities and a system of accountability. It includes, but is not limited to:

• Identifying opportunities to reduce costs, while maintaining the operational stability of existing systems;
• Developing and recommending policies, procedures, and standards to further operational objectives;
• Working as a member of the school’s leadership team to ensure the timely resolution of the school’s requirements in accordance with applicable regulations, ordinances, and school policies and procedures.

The Facilities includes all learning spaces, including the science labs, swimming pools, gymnasium and outdoor sports courts /fields, art rooms and performing arts centre spaces, in addition to all administrative spaces.

ISKL currently rents out certain portions of its facilities to local organizations, and these contract negotiations also fall within the scope of the Facilities Director. ISKL operates outside of normal school hours and its facilities are used in the evenings and weekends for a variety of student-related activities. ISKL also hosts a number of professional development conferences and other symposia. The Facilities Director will manage a team which can meet the high standards required to fulfil these additional responsibilities.  Read the full job description...

Qualifications Required

1. Degree in relevant technical area;
2. Relevant experience in a similar environment - international school experience is desired;
3. Organizational and problem solving skills;
4. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate constructively;
5. Sound and timely decision making skills;
6. Conscientious and hard working; and
7. Visionary and inspirational leader

Application Process and Timeline

Applications must be made in writing to ISKL’s Director of Human Resources at recruitment@iskl.edu.my before February 14, 2020. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae , copies of certificates of qualification and three professional letters of reference. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview in Kuala Lumpur.

*Please note - Candidates should be aware that in the event an exceptional applicant is identified early in the search process, ISKL reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline is reached. Therefore, it is important that interested candidates apply as early as possible.

Job Opening: Assistant Director of Facilities & Maintenance

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in managing the overall operation of the facilities department on the campus;
• Ensure the facilities reflects a high level of maintenance and appearance;
• Reduce maintenance turnaround periods and the downtime of facilities;
• Manage and coordinate with downline managers on all facility operational matters;
• Engage and manage vendors and tradespersons that are on site to assess work for quotation / tender submissions;
• Set out site-specific standard operation procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance by all staff and vendors in order to achieve established work quality criteria;
• Analyze contractual obligations with vendors and assist in meeting all expectations under the agreements;
• Adhere to occupational safety and health regulations and constantly update SOPs with the latest compliance requirements;
• Propose annual building maintenance and capital expenditure budgets for review and approvals;
• Closely monitor department expenditures and ensure compliance with procurement policy;
• Drive cost reduction, people productivity, energy conservation, and facility services quality control; and
• Other duties as reasonably requested from time to time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates must possess a degree in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years in managerial role in building and facilities management.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Critical thinking in risk and crisis mitigation.
• Self-motivated and team oriented.

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Application Process and Timeline

All applications must be made in writing to ISKL’s Director of Human Resources at recruitment@iskl.edu.my before February 14, 2020. All applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae , copies of certificates of qualification and three professional letters of reference.

*Please note - Candidates should be aware that in the event an exceptional applicant is identified early in the search process, ISKL reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline is reached. Therefore, it is important that interested candidates apply as early as possible.

Internship for Video Editor

Job Responsibility

• Create video production
• Able to film the video on site and have a good video filming technique
• Able to handle the project from conceptualization to final video production
• Able to source music and sound effect

Job Requirements

We are looking for a young, bright and dynamic intern to join our team. This role requires you to adapt to a high pace social media trend and supporting our never-ending campaign. Duration of the internship shall be at least 3 months or above. Our Internship Programme is ongoing throughout the year - so you may apply ahead should you intend to join us at a later date!

Immediate Intake!

Please state your internship duration, start date & end date in your resume and email to:

ISKL Marketing and Communications at communications@iskl.edu.my