Facility Specialist

ZEISS in India

ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.

ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace. 

Further information at ZEISS India.

The Facility Specialist/Assistant Manager for ZEISS Global Capability Center (GCC) is responsible for managing the physical infrastructure, operations, and services of the facility to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality work environment. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on operational management. The Facility Manager will oversee team and vendor contracts to deliver consistent, high-quality service in alignment with ZEISS corporate standards and values.

Operations and Maintenance

• Oversee daily operations, including Housekeeping, Security, Facility readiness and maintenance and repair of all building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical) to ensure reliability and high availability.
• Implement proactive and preventive maintenance programs to extend asset lifespan and minimize downtime.

Health, Safety, and Security

• Ensure full compliance with local and OSHA standards.
• Develop and implement emergency preparedness and business continuity plans.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards and align with builder team to conduct fire drills.

Vendor and Contract Management

• Monitor vendor performance to ensure adherence to contracted Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Budgeting and Financial Management

• Develop, manage, and monitor facility budgets, including forecasting operational expenses (Opex) and capital expenditures (Capex).
• Track costs, approve invoices, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Space Management and Projects

• Optimize space utilization within the GCC to enhance productivity and collaboration.
• Coordinate and manage facility projects, including renovations, installations, expansions, office moves, and new building projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution.

Sustainability and Innovation

• Promote energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives to reduce the facility's environmental impact.
• Integrate relevant facility management technologies (e.g. IoT devices, building automation systems) to streamline operations and enable data-driven decision-making.

Team Leadership and Communication

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of facilities professionals to achieve operational excellence.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, departments, and employees regarding facility-related needs, ensuring effective communication and high occupant satisfaction.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering- EEE/ Civil, Business Administration, Hotel Management or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in facilities management or operations management, preferably within a large corporate or global environment.
• Experience managing multiple locations or sites is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Basic Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, security) and maintenance practices.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to challenges.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Manoj Badaik