Assistant Church Manager, Facilities

ORPC is a family-oriented church with members from all over Singapore. We are a multi-generational church with 1000+ worshippers from all walks of life. Founded in 1856, our Church has a history which spans over 160 years.

We are prayerfully seeking a suitable individual to support our church in the area of facilities management.

**POSITION: ASSISTANT CHURCH MANAGER, FACILITIES**

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Reporting to the Church Office Manager, this role is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the church buildings and estate. This role will be the key support staff to the House & Property and relevant church re-development committees. This position will share in some of the general office duties and responsibilities as assigned.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Ensure proper maintenance of the church facilities, property and equipment are carried out in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Manage the utilisation of all church facilities and equipment as outlined by policies set by the House and Property Committee.
- Carry out periodic inspection of the church properties in different locations for upkeep.
- Source and manage service providers/vendors/ contractors to ensure that all equipment is maintained in good working condition, and services are procured and rendered at cost effective rates.
- Plan, schedule, monitor, supervise and verify all maintenance contractors/sub-contractors work and repairs, and ensure all accounts and documentation associated with the contractors are up to date.
- Follow up on general building maintenance works, addition & alteration works, including _façade rectification works and various on-going repair works. _
- Respond effectively, verbally or in writing, to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints and escalate pertinent issues and complaints in a timely manner.
- Liaise with external stakeholders including government bodies i.e., NParks, SP Services, BCA, and other agencies for routine statutory inspections or spot checks/visits.
- The overall in charge during incident and emergency situations pertaining to the facility.
- Designated as the Fire Safety Manager/Fire Warden and the Safe Management Officer for the church.
- In relation to church redevelopment project matters, you will be involved in supporting the relevant sub-committee to assist in convening meetings, providing liaison and coordination between the relevant church committees, external consultants, building contractors and municipal authorities.
- Prepare annual budget, reports, and statistical information.
- Supervise the Church Caretaker, Security Officer and the work of contingent workers.
- Support the Church Office Manager as and when required.

**QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS**:
a) Diploma in Facility/Building Management, Engineering or relevant fields.

b) At least 8 years of relevant working experience, preferably in facilities/building management with 3 years' experience in a managerial and supervisory capacity.

c) Conversant with the requirements of regulatory authorities and building regulations.

d) Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

e) Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and ability to operate office equipment.

f) Ability to multi-task with effective time management and task prioritisation skills.

g) Problem-solve independently and collaborating with others as required.

h) Solid and proven follow-through skills.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**:
a) Committed to standing as a moral and upstanding representative of the church community.

b) Physically mobile and capable of working at the church estate when performing inspections.

c) The incumbent will be working on rostered Saturdays.