Facilities Manager – Events

Role Overview

The Facilities Manager keeps the employer’s offices, production spaces, warehouses and client areas safe, operational and ready for daily use. Working closely with event and production teams, this role also prepares temporary site infrastructure and addresses facility risks so that event setups and business operations can proceed reliably.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily facilities operations across office, production, storage and meeting spaces.
• Develop and maintain preventive service schedules for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting and access-control systems.
• Inspect generators, backup-power equipment and machinery, arranging maintenance or repairs to reduce the risk of disruption.
• Prepare event sites with temporary power, lighting, sanitation and perimeter-access arrangements in collaboration with production and operations teams.
• Assess site hazards before events and ensure appropriate controls are in place before staff, clients or participants arrive.
• Maintain asset inventories, maintenance histories, warranty details and contractor service records.
• Oversee external providers for maintenance, security, cleaning, pest control and waste services; check completed work against agreed standards before approving payment.
• Monitor fire-safety measures, emergency procedures, statutory inspections, security access records and utility use, identifying compliance gaps and opportunities to manage costs.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in facilities management, property management, hospitality management or a related discipline.
• Three to five years of experience managing facilities, building maintenance, contractors and site safety.
• Experience in events, media production, hospitality venues or fast-paced logistics is an advantage.
• Practical understanding of building systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution and generators, alongside occupational health and safety requirements.
• Experience assessing vendors, negotiating service arrangements, monitoring service-level performance and ensuring contractor safety compliance.
• Strong organisation and record-keeping skills, with the ability to respond to urgent repairs and reprioritise work as event needs change.

What We Offer / Why Join

The role offers a monthly salary of KSh 60,000 and full-time, on-site work in Nairobi, supporting facilities that serve both day-to-day operations and live event production.