Head of Facilities

Summary

Join Zipline as the Head of Facilities in Ghana and ensure the success of operations by maximizing facility uptime, safety, productivity, comfort, and cleanliness. Oversee facilities management, administration, and procurement, and supervise external contracts and vendors. Develop best practices for asset maintenance, drive workplace safety by implementing comprehensive safety protocols, and build a highly skilled facilities team. Administer documentation and reporting, and facilitate coordination and communication between cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and technical skills, along with experience in facilities management.

Requirements

• Education: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Industrial Engineering degree preferred
• Experience : A minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management or a related field, preferably at a manufacturing plant, commercial property or public utility
• Expertise : Strong proficiency in facilities operations, maintenance and asset management, energy optimization, construction and permitting. Demonstrated ability to optimize facility performance and drive operational efficiency in a multi-country setting
• Leadership : Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage remote teams effectively, ensuring performance excellence while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Communication : Superior written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both remotely and in-person
• Technical Skills : Expertise in general data analysis, thermodynamics, capacity planning and engineering drawing interpretation
• Must be eligible to work in Ghana

Responsibilities

• Key asset maintenance : Developing best practices for the team to track and maintain key moveable and immovable assets, ensuring correct use, maintenance, repair and spare parts across 6 individual locations
• Driving Workplace Safety : You will ensure that all facilities adhere to both local and organizational safety standards by supervising the development and execution of comprehensive safety protocols. You will regularly monitor safety performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain a secure working environment
• Leading Functional Development : You will build and cultivate a highly skilled, resource-efficient facilities team by driving training, skill-building initiatives, and continuous professional development. You will promote operational excellence and the efficient use of resources, contributing to the long-term success and scalability of Zipline’s operations
• Administering Documentation and Reporting : You oversee facility-related documentation and records, ensuring that all necessary communications, reports, and action items are managed accurately and promptly. You will maintain an organized filing system for all facility-related documents and support the coordination of virtual meetings and appointments
• Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement : You will facilitate high-level coordination and communication between cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership. You will organize and lead meetings with internal and external parties to align priorities and ensure that all facility operations meet Zipline’s strategic objectives