Company Overview
Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is a global professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. Operating in 70 countries, JLL delivers management and outsourcing services for a 3.0 billion sq ft property portfolio and manages US$47.6 billion in real estate assets.
Job Summary
JLL seeks a proactive Property Officer (Building) to support the Building Manager in managing non-technical contractors and maintaining building operations. This role drives preventive maintenance, vendor management, risk mitigation, and cost-saving initiatives to meet client KPIs and asset strategy goals.
Responsibilities
- Support the Building Manager in maintaining building systems to ensure safe, efficient operation according to design specifications
- Monitor and supervise the execution of the Preventive Maintenance Plan to ensure timely completion and quality
- Procure building parts required for repairs and replacements to maintain operational continuity
- Administer Permit-to-Work (PTW) processes to ensure compliance and safety during maintenance activities
- Manage vendors by verifying that completed works meet contractual and quality standards
- Coordinate contractors and technicians to complete repair and maintenance tasks within required timelines
- Recommend and implement cost-saving measures to reduce utility consumption and enhance building system durability
- Support tender calling processes and assist in contractor negotiations to secure competitive service agreements
- Assist in Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) matters by supporting compliance and safety initiatives
- Conduct root-cause investigations of operational issues to identify and resolve underlying problems
- Contribute to risk management plans addressing public liability, fire safety, lift safety, and essential services compliance
Required competencies and certifications
- Diploma in Building Services, Real Estate, or equivalent field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders
- Dependable team player with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
- Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Problem-solving skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to document and report maintenance activities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet set timelines
- Meticulous, independent, and proactive with a solution-oriented mindset
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Experience in commercial building or facilities management
- Familiarity with tender calling and contractor negotiation processes
- Working knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) requirements
- Experience supporting tenant fit-out and handover/takeover processes
- Basic understanding of asset planning and expenditure management
- Exposure to audit processes and workplace safety compliance