Responsibilities:
Facilities Management & Operations
- Ensure that campus, facilities, equipment and maintenance operations are safe, functional and compliant with all applicable Maltese regulations
- Maintain a proactive maintenance programme, including all statutory and preventive checks
- Oversee day-to-day facilities operations, ensuring minimal disruption to school activities
- Act as the School’s designated Health & Safety Officer, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act and all related regulations
- Develop, implement and monitor health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments
- Ensure all statutory inspections, certifications and safety checks are completed and documented
- Lead incident reporting, investigation and corrective actions.
- Ensure contractors and suppliers comply with all health and safety requirements while on site
- Promote a culture of health and safety awareness across the School
- Manage facilities projects (small and large scale) from planning through to completion
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with regulatory requirements
- Contribute to and support the delivery of the Facilities roadmap and long-term planning
- Ensure all facilities-related engagements are governed by appropriate contracts aligned with Maltese law and best practice
- Liaise with contractors and suppliers, monitoring performance and compliance
- Ensure all works carried out on site meet required safety and quality standards
- Liaise with the Head of Finance on the annual facilities budget
- Monitor and report on project progress and expenditure
- Ensure facilities planning aligns with the School’s strategic and sustainability goals
- Maintain a comprehensive facilities compliance register (contracts, warranties, risk assessments, certifications)
- Ensure documentation is audit-ready at all times
- Provide regular updates to the Head of School and Head of Finance
- Lead and manage the Maintenance Team, including scheduling and performance management
- Line-manage the Cleaning Team and ensure cleaning operations meet required standards
- Communicate clearly and professionally with leadership, staff, and external stakeholders
- Collaborate effectively with school committees and the wider community
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Facilities Management; NEBOSH or equivalent preferred
- Proven experience in facilities management, ideally in Malta or a regulated environment
- Strong knowledge of local H&S legislation and building regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and contractors effectively
- Excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- High level of integrity, commitment to safeguarding
- Proficiency in English and Maltese