Facilities Engineer (Entry Level) - Electrical Engineer

About the role

Sutherland is hiring a Facilities & Property Management Associate in Davao City, described as an entry-level position for an electrical engineer. The role covers day-to-day facilities operations, maintenance, ticketing and service management, and liaison with vendors and building administration.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facilities operations, including leasehold improvements, equipment upkeep and site maintenance, and conduct regular inspections and preventive and corrective maintenance programs
• Supervise contractors for general repairs, pest control and scheduled maintenance, and oversee workspace readiness such as seat assignments, relocations and partitions
• Monitor electricity and water consumption and keep accurate tracking reports
• Keep Asset Maintenance Contracts (AMC) up to date and ensure equipment such as UPS, AC units and gensets is regularly serviced
• Maintain documentation of service reports, contracts and compliance records, and support health and safety standards on site
• Handle facility requests through ticketing systems within agreed SLAs, monitor queues and coordinate approvals with stakeholders
• Support site build-outs, renovations and rehabilitation projects, and take part in weekly seat planning and operational meetings
• Respond to requests for office setups (meetings, training, onboarding), coordinate with capacity planning, and liaise with vendors, lessors and government agencies such as PEZA

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a licensed electrical engineer
• Willingness to work extended hours or flexible schedules and to report on-site at Sutherland Davao
• Knowledge of civil and structural building construction, including interior and exterior works
• Basic project management skills and familiarity with facilities operations, utilities monitoring and equipment maintenance
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and confidentiality

Required skills

• Designing and computing electrical and mechanical plans
• Hands-on operation and maintenance of generator sets, UPS systems and other critical facility equipment
• Evaluating vendor preventive maintenance reports and recommending action plans