Hospital Facility Manager

Location: Victoria Island (VI), Lagos, Nigeria
Industry: Healthcare / Tertiary Hospital Services
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Fully On-Site
Salary: ₦500,000 – ₦700,000
Experience Required: 7–10 Years
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Summary

The Hospital Facility Manager is responsible for ensuring the operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and sustainability of the hospitals physical infrastructure. This role oversees all facility-related operations to support uninterrupted clinical services, patient safety, regulatory adherence, and a high-quality healing environment.

The Facility Manager leads engineering, maintenance, housekeeping, security, waste management, and environmental services, ensuring that all hospital systems meet Nigerian healthcare standards and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Facilities Operations & Infrastructure Management

• Oversee daily operations of all hospital facilities including:

  • Wards and inpatient units

  • Outpatient departments

  • Operating theatres

  • Laboratories and diagnostic areas

  • Administrative offices

• Ensure optimal performance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, medical gas systems, and backup power infrastructure.

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance programs.

• Ensure uninterrupted power supply systems (generators, UPS, backup systems).

• Supervise housekeeping, laundry, waste disposal, landscaping, and security operations.

• Maintain proper biomedical equipment environment standards in collaboration with clinical engineering teams.

2. Regulatory Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

Ensure full compliance with:

• Federal Ministry of Health (FMoH) facility standards

• National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and HMO requirements

• Nigerian fire safety regulations

• Environmental and waste management laws

• Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) standards

• Conduct regular safety audits, facility inspections, and risk assessments.

• Implement and oversee emergency preparedness plans (fire drills, disaster response, evacuation protocols).

• Ensure proper medical waste segregation and disposal in line with healthcare regulations.

• Maintain documentation required for accreditation and regulatory audits.

3. Budgeting, Cost Control & Vendor Management

• Develop and manage the annual facilities operations and maintenance budget.

• Monitor operational expenses and implement cost-optimization strategies.

• Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, contractors, and service providers.

• Ensure value-for-money procurement of facility equipment and supplies.

• Track energy consumption and implement efficiency improvement initiatives.

4. Infrastructure Development & Project Management

• Plan and supervise renovation, expansion, and construction projects.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure healthcare facility compliance.

• Oversee installation of new systems (HVAC, electrical upgrades, medical gas systems).

• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.

• Support future infrastructure planning aligned with hospital growth strategy.

5. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and supervise engineers, technicians, maintenance staff, cleaners, and security personnel.

• Establish performance standards and KPIs for facilities teams.

• Conduct training on safety protocols and operational best practices.

• Promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Foster strong collaboration between facilities and clinical departments.

6. Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on:

  • Maintenance schedules

  • Compliance status

  • Incident reports

  • Energy consumption

  • Equipment uptime

• Monitor key performance indicators such as:

  • Facility uptime reliability

  • Response time to maintenance issues

  • Safety incident rates

  • Budget adherence

  • Patient and staff satisfaction related to facility environment

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

• Professional certifications such as IFMA, NEBOSH, COREN, or PMP are an advantage.

• 7–10 years progressive facilities management experience, preferably within a tertiary hospital or large healthcare facility.

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian healthcare infrastructure standards and safety regulations.

• Experience managing hospital MEP systems, generators, HVAC, and compliance audits.

• Proven leadership and project management capability.

Core Competencies

• Advanced facilities and infrastructure management expertise

• Strong regulatory compliance and safety orientation

• Budget planning and cost control capability

• Vendor negotiation and contract management skills

• Strategic planning and infrastructure development

• Excellent leadership and team supervision skills

• Strong reporting and documentation discipline

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Facility operational uptime and reliability rate

• Zero major regulatory non-compliance incidents

• Timely completion of maintenance and renovation projects

• Budget adherence and cost optimization outcomes

• Reduced safety incidents and improved emergency readiness

• Staff performance and training metrics

• Patient and staff satisfaction with facility standards

Compensation

Competitive and aligned with senior facilities management roles within Nigerian tertiary healthcare institutions.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to:

hiring@mysigma.io
Subject Line: Application – Hospital Facility Manager – VI