Adexen was mandated by a leading Facilities Services company to recruit an expatriate General Manager. The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement company plans and strategies
Implement existing work procedures and establish new ones in view of improving overall efficiency and control of the business
Ensure the integrity of the accounts
Ensure the company’s financial policies are implemented and be responsible for the financial performance of the company through budgeting and budget controls
Devise and implement human resource strategies
Ensure staff are provided with adequate training in various fields of the profession
Ensure client satisfaction
Establish service quality standards and instil service quality culture in the organisation
Ensure various policies are strictly adhered to
Ensure company’s HSEMS is developed and implemented
Maintain an efficient and effective control framework for site operations
Develop appropriate KPIs and perform benchmarking to improve performance
Ensure company obtains best contract conditions from its clients
Responsible for growing the business through the acquisition of new clients with policies not conflicting with the company policies
Desired Skills and Experience
Engineering professional with a broad based experience in the facilities, building and the building services industries.
Master's degree in engineering is preferable.
Knowledge of, and experience in all fields of the property maintenance business
Strong leadership and communication skills, and management experience in multi-cultural environments
Influencing, and communication skills to break internal barriers and support relationships with staff, contractors and clients
Ability to initiate, implement and follow through on change, and motivate and develop staff
Ability to negotiate with persistence and patience to achieve results in difficult circumstances
Previous experience in Africa / Nigeria is a plus
We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.
Industry
Logistics & Transport
Job Seniority
Director
Job Category
General Business
Employment Type
Full time
Experience
5 - 10 years
Skills
Budgets, Operations Management, Facilities Management, Construction, Business Development, Customer Service