Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? In 2019, we had annual net sales of EUR 10 billion. We employ over 60,000 driven professionals in over 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, it is our mission to improve the flow of urban life.
Job Title – Head - Facility & Admin Services (India Supply Unit)
Purpose:
Head - Facility & Admin Services is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all administrative and facility management operations within KONE India factory, including managing office space, maintenance, security, housekeeping, vendor contracts, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, while also coordinating administrative functions like office supplies, transportation, and employee support services; essentially acting as the primary point of contact for all facility-related issues and administrative needs within the company.
What will you be doing?
Responsibilities
- Facility Management:
- Overseeing all aspects of building maintenance, including preventative maintenance schedules, repairs, renovations, and upgrades.
- Responsible for Plant Maintenance, Facility Services (ACMV, Fire, IBMS, MHE) & Utility services like Electricity, Pneumatic, Water (WTP, STP, ETP) and Gas
- Responsible for regulatory compliance in above areas like TNPCB, PESO, CEIG, FIRE.
- Managing contracts with external vendors for Transport / Cabs, Security, Canteen & Pantry Management, Security, Housekeeping, Landscape maintenance, Pest control and other Facility services.
- Also, taking care of Access control / Visitor management, CCTV monitoring, Laundry Services, Local tax payments, Uniforms, Petty cash
- Monitoring facility usage and optimizing space allocation.
- Ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
- Responding to emergencies and coordinating necessary repairs.
- Administrative Services:
- Managing office supplies and inventory
- Coordinating employee onboarding and relocation processes
- Overseeing office operations, including mailroom, reception, and IT support
- Managing company vehicle fleet and transportation arrangements
- Implementing and maintaining administrative policies and procedures
- Budgeting and Cost Control:
- Developing and managing the facility management budget
- Negotiating contracts with vendors to optimize costs
- Monitoring expenses related to facility operations and administrative services
- Team Leadership:
- Leading and supervising a team of facility management staff, including maintenance technicians and contract labors like cleaning personnel, and security guards
- Providing training and development opportunities for team members
- Delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively
Are you the one?
- Educational Qualification – Engineering, M.B.A., or any relevant degree
- Minimum of 20 to 25 years of experience in Facility Management & Administration (preferably from factory background)
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Proven experience in facility management and administrative operations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry standards related to facility management.
- Knowledge of building maintenance practices and safety regulations
- Define and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and processes for all aspects of facility management operations.
- Establish a Management Information System (MIS) to track activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
- Budget management and cost control expertise
- Proficiency in contract negotiation
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
What do we offer?
- Career progression and opportunities within a global organization
- Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
- Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
- You are surrounded by fun colleagues and a lively working environment within Business Services team and KONE Front Line. The best part is all leaders are great and open-minded
Click on apply if you have a passion for meeting up with people and a desire to make an impact in the elevator and escalator industry.
At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.
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