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Facility Manager

Department: Operations & Facilities

Reports To: Operations & Administration Manager

Location: Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC), Kano, Nigeria

About KCTC

Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC) is a rapidly growing oncology institution dedicated to delivering world-class, patient-centred cancer care in Nigeria. We operate with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and global accreditation standards (including JCI). As we upgrade our facility, equipment, safety systems, and infrastructure for international compliance, we seek exceptional professionals who can uphold high standards and support KCTC’s mission to become a leading cancer centre in Africa.

Job Summary

The Facility Manager is responsible for the maintenance, safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance of all physical infrastructure, utilities, equipment, and technical systems at KCTC. This role ensures uninterrupted service delivery across clinical and non-clinical areas—including radiotherapy, chemotherapy, laboratory, pharmacy, imaging, water systems, power supply, HVAC, and waste management.
The Facility Manager leads a team of maintenance, electrical, and technical staff and ensures adherence to preventive maintenance schedules, emergency response protocols, environmental safety standards, and accreditation requirements (JCI, local regulators, radiation safety agencies).

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement facility maintenance plans, preventive maintenance schedules, and engineering SOPs for all units.
  • Oversee the maintenance and reliability of critical infrastructure: power systems, generators, UPS, water supply, HVAC, piping, medical gases, electrical systems, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
  • Ensure safe and compliant operation of sensitive oncology equipment in collaboration with Medical Physicists and vendors (e.g., LINAC support systems, shielding, cooling).
  • Supervise facility staff including technicians, electricians, maintenance officers, cleaners, and waste management teams.
  • Respond rapidly to facility emergencies, breakdowns, and downtime risks affecting clinical operations.
  • Maintain documentation for facility audits, inspections, engineering logs, and compliance reports.
  • Lead environmental safety initiatives including waste management, pest control, sanitation standards, and infection-prevention infrastructure.
  • Coordinate vendor relationships, contractor performance, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
  • Monitor utilities consumption (water, diesel, power), identify inefficiencies, and implement cost-saving strategies.
  • Support JCI and local accreditation readiness by ensuring facility safety compliance, fire safety systems, emergency exits, signage, and evacuation routes.
  • Conduct regular facility inspections across all wings including radiotherapy, pharmacy, lab, wards, emergency, theatre, and outpatient areas.
  • Ensure facility security systems (CCTV, access control, perimeter integrity) are functional and monitored.
  • Prepare monthly facility performance, safety, and maintenance reports for management review.
 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Estate Management, or a related technical field.
  • Professional certifications preferred:
    • COREN
    • OSHA/NEBOSH
    • Facility Management certifications (IFMA, BIFM)
    • Training in healthcare facility engineering (added advantage)
 

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 5–7 years facility management or engineering experience.
  • Experience in a hospital or specialized clinical environment strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing technical teams and complex infrastructure.
  • Experience supporting accreditation (JCI, ISO, state regulators, IAEA) is a strong advantage.
 

Core Competencies & Skills

  • Strong technical knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
  • Excellent leadership, supervision, and people-management skills.
  • Good understanding of hospital engineering, safety systems, and compliance standards.
  • Strong problem-solving and emergency response skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering reports.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Proficiency in facility management software and MS Office.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
 

Work Conditions

  • Full-time, onsite role at KCTC.
  • Monday–Friday schedule with weekend or after-hours availability for emergencies.
  • Frequent facility rounds and supervision across all units.
  • Limited travel for vendor supervision or procurement-related inspections.
 

Remuneration & Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
  • Health insurance (HMO/NHIS).
  • Professional development opportunities (JCI, NEBOSH, engineering training).
  • Supportive environment focused on excellence, safety, and growth.
 

Application Deadline: 28th February 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KCTC is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, gender, ethnicity, or disability. All hiring decisions are based strictly on merit, competence, and alignment with our values.

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