Area General Services Manager (Edo)

Area General Services Manager (Edo) at First Bank

First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) is Nigeria’s largest financial services institution by total assets and gross earnings. With more than 10 million customer accounts, FirstBank has over 750 branches providing a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services. The Bank has international presence through its subsidiaries, FBN Bank ...

Area General Services Manager (Edo)

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
• Experience 5 years
• Location Edo
• Job Field Engineering / Technical

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the construction of new branches and the renovation, adaptation, or face-lifting of existing branches and facilities.
• Manage the allocation of office spaces to staff members, ensuring optimal use of available space.
• Oversee general civil and building works, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and professional execution.
• Ensure proper maintenance of all bank-owned or leased properties in the designated zone.
• Implement and monitor Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across all branches and facilities.
• Safeguard staff, customers, and bank assets by ensuring a safe and secure physical environment.
• Manage the upkeep and repair of engineering infrastructure, including HVAC systems, generators, electrical systems, and plumbing, to support branch operations and ensure business continuity.
• Ensure branch ambience and infrastructure reflect the bank’s customer service and brand standards.
• Foster productive relationships with internal stakeholders, including departments and SBUs, and external parties, such as regulatory agencies, landlords, and service providers, to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with government regulations, environmental standards, and urban development policies in all projects and operations.
• Oversee the timely and accurate processing of facility-related tax obligations, including land use charges and tenement rates, to ensure compliance and prevent financial penalties.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the line manager on property status, project progress, HSE compliance, and infrastructure conditions.

Job Requirements

Education

• First degree in Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Estate Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience.

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