Dallah Health
Facility Management Engineer
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 1 weeks ago
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- Salary
- AED 9k–13k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Mid level
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Job Purpose responsible for planning, supervising, and supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation, maintenance, and improvement of the hospital’s buildings, critical infrastructure, and utility systems. The role ensures that the hospital facilities comply with all relevant standards and regulations (MOH, CBAHI, Civil Defense) and contribute to a safe, comfortable, and sustainable environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Roles & Responsibilities Key Accountability Areas Key Activities Organizational accountabilities • Primarily hospital-based with regular inspections of building interiors, rooftops, mechanical rooms, and utility areas. • May require working in confined spaces, at heights, or in outdoor areas. • May require flexible working hours or on-call duties to respond to facility emergencies. • Work is primarily inside hospital buildings, patient-care areas, and offices. • May require working in confined spaces or at heights when installing or repairing fixtures. • Occasional lifting and handling of timber, panels, and equipment. • May require flexible shifts or overtime to respond to urgent repair needs. • Follow all relevant policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions and ensure work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner. • Promote the implementation and adherence to relevant policies, processes, and operating procedures to others. • Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices, taking into account leading practices, improvement of department processes, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. • Apply safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality service, and a responsible environmental attitude. • Build high levels of trust and understanding with key internal and external stakeholders to promote full compliance with industry regulations and promote a broader understanding of Dallah Health’s 2 interests and practices. Functional Accountabilities • Oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, fire protection, and medical gas systems. • Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for all building systems and equipment. • Inspect hospital premises regularly to identify maintenance needs and ensure safe and functional facilities. • Provide technical support for troubleshooting and resolving issues related to MEP systems, utilities, and general building infrastructure. • Support the planning, coordination, and supervision of repair works, renovations, or minor construction projects. • Review technical drawings, specifications, and material submittals for facility upgrades and renovations. • Ensure that all facilities operations comply with MOH standards, Saudi Building Codes, Civil Defense requirements, and environmental health & safety regulations. • Conduct routine inspections and risk assessments for facility safety, fire protection, and life safety systems. • Support periodic internal audits and external inspections to maintain compliance with CBAHI, JCI, or other accreditation standards. • Monitor and analyze energy and utility consumption and identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and cost savings. • Support the implementation of sustainability initiatives, such as water conservation and waste reduction measures. • Supervise and guide maintenance teams, tradesmen, and contractors carrying out facility works. • Provide technical instructions and on-the-job training to technicians and support staff. • Ensure that maintenance staff follow safety protocols and use PPE properly. • Coordinate with contractors and service providers for outsourced maintenance, specialized repairs, or technical services. • Monitor contractor performance to ensure work quality and compliance with hospital standards and schedules. • Maintain up-to-date records of maintenance activities, equipment histories, work orders, and technical manuals. • Prepare regular reports on facility conditions, maintenance KPIs, energy usage, and areas for improvement. • Support the preparation of facility management plans and documentation required for inspections and accreditation. • Ensure the reliability and readiness of backup power systems, fire protection systems, and other critical infrastructure. • Respond promptly to facility emergencies such as utility failures, leaks, or breakdowns to restore safe operations. Key Contacts 3 Key Internal Stakeholders Key External Stakeholders • Head of Facilities Management / Head of Engineering Services • Maintenance Technicians & Tradesmen • Contractors and service providers • Safety & Risk Management teams • Infection Control Department • Other hospital departments (Housekeeping, Security, Nursing) Requirements: Job Qualifications and Requirements
Requirements
- Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Knowledge and
- Experience
- • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facility management, building
- maintenance, or engineering services, preferably in a healthcare or
- large institutional environment.
- • Strong practical knowledge of building systems and healthcare facility
- requirements.
- Education and
- Certifications
- • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or
- Facilities Management from an accredited university.
- • Valid membership with the Saudi Council of Engineers.
- • Health & Safety training certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, OSHA) preferred.
- • Knowledge of CBAHI, JCI, or other hospital accreditation standards is an
- advantage.
- Skills
- • Solid technical understanding of building operations, MEP systems,
- HVAC, fire safety, and utilities.
- • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- • Good planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- • Strong teamwork and coordination abilities.
- • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and CMMS (Computerized
- Maintenance Management System) tools.
- Attitude
- • Strong Work Ethic
- • Dependability and Responsibility
- • Possessing a Positive Attitude
- • Adaptability
- • Honesty and Integrity
- • Self-Motivated
- • Motivated to Grow and Learn
- • Strong Self-Confidence
Responsibilities
Oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, fire protection, and medical gas systems. Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance plans for all building systems and equipment. Inspect hospital premises regularly to identify maintenance needs and ensure safe and functional facilities. Provide technical support for troubleshooting and resolving issues related to MEP systems, utilities, and general building infrastructure. Support the planning, coordination, and supervision of repair works, renovations, or minor construction projects. Review technical drawings, specifications, and material submittals for facility upgrades and renovations. Ensure that all facilities operations comply with MOH standards, Saudi Building Codes, Civil Defense requirements, and environmental health & safety regulations. Conduct routine inspections and risk assessments for facility safety, fire protection, and life safety systems. Support periodic internal audits and external inspections to maintain compliance with CBAHI, JCI, or other accreditation standards. Monitor and analyze energy and utility consumption and identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and cost savings. Support the implementation of sustainability initiatives, such as water conservation and waste reduction measures. Supervise and guide maintenance teams, tradesmen, and contractors carrying out facility works. Provide technical instructions and on-the-job training to technicians and support staff. Ensure that maintenance staff follow safety protocols and use PPE properly. Coordinate with contractors and service providers for outsourced maintenance, specialized repairs, or technical services. Monitor contractor performance to ensure work quality and compliance with hospital standards and schedules. Maintain up-to-date records of maintenance activities, equipment histories, work orders, and technical manuals. Prepare regular reports on facility conditions, maintenance KPIs, energy usage, and areas for improvement. Support the preparation of facility management plans and documentation required for inspections and accreditation. Ensure the reliability and readiness of backup power systems, fire protection systems, and other critical infrastructure. Respond promptly to facility emergencies such as utility failures, leaks, or breakdowns to restore safe operations.
Skills
- MEP systems
- HVAC
- fire protection
- medical gas systems
- reading engineering drawings
- CMMS
- maintenance planning
- inspections and risk assessments
- project coordination
- energy monitoring
- sustainability initiatives
- contract management
- maintenance management
- healthcare facilities standards
- Microsoft Office
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