We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Facility Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and oversight of all maintenance activities, ensuring our facilities remain safe, efficient, and well-maintained. You will also play a key role in space planning and optimization across departments. Join our team!
How you’ll make an impact
Plan and execute all maintenance activities in alignment with budget cycles, understand and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with suppliers
Coordinate with suppliers and Supply Chain Management (SCM) to define technical specifications and request proposals
Ensure the facility remains tidy, safe, and compliant through regular inspections and cleaning rounds, collaborate with HSE for safety walks and define interfaces with HSE protocols
Maintain cost awareness and control related to maintenance activities, benchmark costs and request multiple proposals to ensure cost-effective solutions
Understand supplier capabilities and foster strong working relationships, implement cost reduction strategies that focus on efficiency and smart solutions—not just budget cuts, monitor running costs, track invoices, and ensure financial transparency
Act as the primary interface to FM providers (cleaning, maintenance, security, etc.) to ensure service quality and alignment with organizational goals
Understand space requirements per BU and department
Develop and maintain handbooks and guidelines for reception, mail services, housekeeping, and related topics
Your background
Strong technical understanding of building systems and infrastructure
Several years of experience in facility management, maintenance planning, or a related field, several years of experience in leading teams
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Cost-conscious with a strategic mindset for efficiency
Ability to read and interpret technical documents and floor plans
English and German language is mandatory
More about us
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Job function Administration, Facilities & Secretarial
Contract Regular
Publication date 2025-07-25
Reference number R0100238
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
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