Job Description

(1) Overview and purpose of the position*1) Responsible in overseeing the performance of outsourced maintenance service providers in mechanical services and systems for the hospital and ensure functionality as well as serviceable at all times.2)To audit and monitor service standards rendered by specialist vendor and outsourced maintenance service provider.3)To provide support to Head of Department and Building Managers in capital nature replacements, systems and building improvement projects.4)To coordinate and support hospital\'s A&A and minor works.(2) Accountabilities*(2) Related Performance Indicators1) Strong culture of staff and leadership accountability

• Work closely with FM Institution Lead and Mechanical Lead, in building clear scope, expectations and deliverables for the Mechanical team as well as planning for specialty training and develop the capabilities of Mechanical Team members.
• As a Subject matter expert to assist the Mechanical Lead in ensuring team members understands their scope.
• Work closely with team members, service provider and specialist vendors on system breakdown investigations, inspections, audits, review of maintenance program, etc.
• To lead / provide support in the investigation of incident/system failure to determine root cause of failure as needed.
• To participate and support in audits that the hospital subscribes to.

2) Contract management, evaluation, negotiation, and execution

• Manage Mechanical systems contracts to ensure timely renewals and contract requirements are fulfilled.
• Ensure timely renewal of authority licencing.
• Ensure processes are in accordance and compliance with Audit Compliance, NUHS Contract Management, Procurement and Finance Policies and Process.

3) Manage Managing Agent, vendors and liaison with authorities as well as communication to stakeholders

• To respond and support the maintenance agent and vendors in mitigating and recovery of critical system failure or incident.
• Work closely with Admin on compilation of contract documents, such as agreement, checklist, warranties, etc.
• Monitor vendors\' performance, deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are as per contract awarded.
• Perform invoice verification against works completed for timely processing of invoices.
• To ensure repair to reported system fault and breakdown are carried out in a timely manner.
• To carry out monthly analysis to Mechanical systems breakdown and recommend improvement plan as needed.
• Filing and documentation recording of all authorities\' correspondences.
• Conduct internal audits to check on non-compliances, identify gaps and follow-ups till closure.
• Represent Mechanical Team as the liaison party on authority matters.

4) Developing and implementing procedures, policies and checklists

• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and working instructions on a regular basis.
• Develop and harmonise trade related SOPs, Preventive Maintenance Checklists and working instructions with the cluster institutions for alignment to prevailing Singapore Standards / Code of Practices and/or industry best practices for benchmarking.

5) Asset Management

• Plan and oversee Mechanical system upgrades/improvements or replacements before their expiration or its end of life.

6) Projects

• Project Manager or render support to Project Managers for improvement works to existing hospital facilities such as renovation and retrofitting, replacement of system infrastructure and improvement initiatives to existing specialized systems and hospital facilities.
• Prepare Approval To Purchase (ATP) and Approval To Award (ATA) papers for Preventive Maintenance Contracts and projects.

7) Knowledge management

• Maintain good documentation (e.g records of all contracts, reports, agreements, check lists) with FM Admin team to ensure full compliance.

Required Competencies and Capabilities (Skills, Experiences and Professional Licences)

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in management of mechanical systems operations. (Note: Minimum 8 years for Diploma Holders)
• Experience in Fire Safety/ Alarm System, Medical Gas/ Vacuum System, Lift and Escalator System, Pneumatic Tube System, Mechanical Automation system is advantageous.
• Health care experience is advantageous.
• Good interpersonal skills and customer service oriented.
• Positive work attitude, ability to work with all levels of staffs and strong team player.

National University Health System