On behalf of our client within the Hospitality Sector, we are seeking a motivated Operations Coordinator / Facilities Manager based in Malta. The ideal candidate will combine practical maintenance tasks with proactive oversight of supplier management, property compliance, and safety, fostering a safe and pleasant home-like environment for residents. This role involves the overseeing of the maintenance, reception, kitchen, housekeeping staff. If you feel you have the necessary skills, please apply for this Malta based role.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the maintenance team, repairs, and touch-ups (painting, plumbing, carpentry) to keep the home in top condition.
- Carry out regular fire safety checks, Legionella checks, and building inspections. Organise cleaning schedules with the housekeeping and kitchen departments, as well as preventative maintenance schedules with the maintenance team. Be a champion for quality control and do spot checks and organise audits to check that departments are running effectively.
- Organise training in liaison with HR for staff including fire training, lifting and handling, and any other training which is considered important or required by law.
- Supervise external contractors, including cleaning services, external or internal landscaping in common areas. Also oversee external contracts which have to do with fire, nurse call system and food delivery within the Home.
- Ensure the home is well-presented, comfortable, and welcoming by coordinating furniture layout, ensuring cleanliness, and maintaining exterior areas. Any areas of concern are to be highlighted to the general manager for actioning.
- Actively identify, record, and report maintenance needs, safety hazards, or issues needing external repair to the general manager.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and safety compliance logs. Liaise with Head Office, the general manager and Finance for procurement needs making sure that procurement policies are followed in the right way. Actively involve themselves in interviews, in liaison with the HR department for active recruitment and interviews involving the departments they oversee.
- Oversee the departments which are housekeeping, reception, kitchen, maintenance. Involving themselves in any interviews, contracts or running of such departments. Hold regular meetings with staff from each of these departments. Oversee and monitor any students which may have an apprenticeship within the Home.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- At least 5 years previous experience in a facilities/operations role.
- Understanding of health and safety standards (e.g., OSHA ) and also OPSA standards for Care Homes would be considered an asset.
- Ability to communicate well with residents, family members, and staff. This role requires the person to have a good command ofspoken and written English and Maltese.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage departmental budgets given to them, and handle emergency situations effectively.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- €32,000 - €35,000 Gross Per Annum.
- Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and skills. The advertised salary range is indicative, any offer will reflect the successful candidate’s suitability.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to
Sarah Miceli, sarah@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +356 99164276.
