Manager / Senior Manager, Estates

Join to apply for the Manager / Senior Manager, Estates role at Singapore Institute of Technology Job Description Manager / Senior Manager, Estates Posting Start Date: 05/09/2025Schemes of Service: Corporate Division: Estates Employment Type: Fixed Term We are seeking a dedicated professional to lead and manage the overall safety operations of our campus. This role is responsible for workplace safety, fire safety, and regulatory compliances, as well as driving safety initiatives to enhance effectiveness and efficiency of divisional policies, systems and processes that support SIT Estates division's operations and services. In addition, the role will also support building operations with involvement in facility management functions. Key Responsibilities WSHO Develop, review and update EHS policies and related documents in the safety management system. Formulate and administer comprehensive Risk Management and review safe work procedures. Enforce safety rules & regulations to ensure good and safe work environment. Conduct regular safety inspections, recommend control measures, monitor and improve WSH performance. Conduct regular/monthly safety/fire committee meetings, coordinate and organise campaigns, trainings and WSH activities to enhance safety awareness and knowledge. Conduct incident and accident investigations and recommend corrective/preventive actions. Advise the division on matters pertaining to EHS issues and the application of licenses and liaise with the relevant authority for license and permit issues. Conduct and coordinate fire drills and the formation of CERTs and obtain Fire Certificate in compliance to Fire Safety Act & Regulation. Audit, inspect and test all fire alarm and protection systems to ensure compliance to Fire Safety Act & Regulation. Collate and prepare WSH reports for reporting and presentation to management. Develop, implement, review, update emergency preparedness & response programs and procedures to protect lives and organisation assets. Building Operations Responsible for all aspects of facility management and maintenance activities, addition/alterations, upgrading/refurbishment works to the estate that includes building services, Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) systems, security system, housekeeping, security services, horticultural, general logistics and regulatory requirements. Manage service providers deployed at the estate and ensure they maintain appropriate quality standards, adhere to maintenance work order executions, preventive maintenance compliance, timely delivery, facility resource management and inventory control. Ensure that service providers carry out works with the necessary risk assessments and safety work procedures in place to manage works and project risks. Obtain stakeholders’ requirements to plan and review space programme for the development of campus, buildings and facilities to support SIT academic, administrative and student activities. Any other duties as assigned from time to time. Job Requirements Recognised Degree / Diploma, preferably occupational safety and/or environmental health or related fields Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience as a WSHO and FSM, preferably in the tertiary education environment MOM registered WSH Officer and qualified Fire Safety Manager Familiar with local regulatory requirements related to workplace safety and health, and all other aspects of safety Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in ISO and OHSAS standards; candidates with certifications in QEHS Internal Auditing (ISO 9001, ISO , OHSAS 18001) will be highly preferred Proficiency in MS Office applications, relevant Singapore Standards, Codes of Practices, and regulatory guidelines Proven track record in managing functions such as policy, planning and project management Self-driven, resourceful team player with good analytical, communication, writing and interpersonal and change management skills #J-18808-Ljbffr