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Innovation, Efficiency and Ambition: this is what VAT has stood for over 50 years. 

With this passion, VAT has grown to become the leading international developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-performance high-end vacuum valves and vacuum sealing technology, employing over 2000 people worldwide.  The headquarters are located in Haag (Switzerland), the production centers in Switzerland, Malaysia, Romania and Taiwan.

1.     Roles, Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage VAT MY Plant 1A & 1B Building Services such as :

  • Janitorial services, including cleaning and maintaining the facility.

  • Landscaping services, including maintaining the grounds and exterior of the facility

  • Pest/hygiene control, including identifying and addressing pest and hygiene issues.

  • Office furniture, including ordering, assembling, and maintaining furniture as needed.

  • cafeteria services, including ordering and maintaining supplies, and cleaning the cafeteria area.

  • Transportation services, including coordinating and scheduling transportation for employees

• Develop and implement procedures and protocols for each service area to ensure efficient and effective operations.

• Monitor and maintain budgets for each service area and make recommendations for cost-saving measures where possible.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the overall smooth operation of the facility.

• Manage and supervise staff involved in providing these services, including hiring, training, and scheduling.

• RBA, ISO compliance on Building Services

             Job Expectations:  

• Developing, implementing and enforcing policies, procedures and protocols for each service area (such as Café Operation, Janitorial, Landscaping, Pest/Hygiene Control, Office Furniture and Employee Transportation) to ensure efficient and effective operations.

• Creating and managing budgets for each service area, making recommendations for cost-saving measures where possible.

• Compliance with all applicable VAT MY Safety and Security Protocol regulations.

• Collaborating with other departments to ensure the overall smooth operation of the facility.

• Hiring, training, and scheduling staff involved in providing these services.

• Managing and supervising services provider staff to motivate and ensure the highest level of performance.

• Monitoring and improving customer satisfaction and service levels.

• Conducting regular inspections of the facility to identify areas for improvement and address any issues that may arise.

• Overseeing the maintenance and repair of relevant equipment and facilities.

• Maintaining accurate records and reports related to facility operations and services.

• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with vendors, contractors, and other stake holders.

• Staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices to continuously improve facility operations and services.

• Zero interruption to plant daily operation which directly or indirectly caused by the building services.   

2.       Authorities 

• Plant wide Café POS system and operation  

• Decision Maker on plant building services system implementation

• Decision maker relevant to employee transportation    

• Decision maker relevant to janitorial operation.

• Decision maker relevant to landscaping operation

• Decision maker relevant to office space planning and furniture.

3.       Key Competencies and Skills 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Facilities management, business administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

• >5 years of experience in facilities management, with a track record of success in managing multiple service areas.

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and supervise staff.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other departments.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Good teamwork and interaction with stakeholders

• Good track record of setting up building services processes, procedures, execution and management in a multi-plant environment

• Quick and accurate decision maker and takes responsibility for all decisions made.

• Good report writing/communications skills and can work well under pressure

• Computer literate.

• Analytical thinking skills: Analyzing data and reports related to the cafe's performance can help you identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. 

4.       Special Skills (such as special certifications) 

• Menu planning and nutrition: To have knowledge of menu planning and nutrition to ensure that the cafeteria offers a variety of healthy and delicious options.

• Food safety and hygiene: to have a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure that food is prepared and served safely

5.       Remarks 

• Carry out and support special task to the company directed by Company Management

VAT is an equal opportunity employer. We see ourselves as a responsible and far-sighted employer that offers not only jobs, but also career and personal development opportunities through various training programs. We recognize the value of employee diversity and provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified application that contributes to innovation, improves customer orientation and employee satisfaction. One-step in this direction is to ensure that people are recognized and fairly compensated for their contributions to the company. In 2021, VAT received the Fair-ON-Pay+ certificate as an acknowledgement for our commitment in ensuring equal pay for equal work between men and women.