Facilities Management Specialist

The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) was established in 2003 by Münster Zoo and the Zoological Society for the Conservation of Species and Populations (ZGAP). It is the first nature conservation centre in Cambodia, located on 25 hectares of land in Phnom Kulen National Park at the trailhead for the historic site of Kbal Spean, about 50 km north of Siem Reap. The goals of the ACCB include the rehabilitation of confiscated, mainly globally threatened wildlife and the conservation breeding of selected species, in combination with environmental education and capacity building for conservation and an expanding in-situ conservation and research programme. The animal stock at ACCB currently includes approximately 275 individuals from about 40 species of birds, mammals, and reptiles.

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The ACCB is currently looking to fill its Facilities Management Specialist position who is responsible for the project infrastructure, including buildings, enclosures, vehicles, and grounds. This is a challenging but rewarding position for a highly dedicated and motivated individual with a keen interest in making a contribution to conservation. The Facilities Management Specialist reports to the Assistant Project Manager.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the maintenance of grounds, infrastructure, and facilities. This includes such tasks as:

  • Landscaping and gardening, such as trimming, planting, and removing grass, flowers, shrubs and trees

  • Maintaining all aspects of buildings, such as painting, plumbing, and electrical systems

  • Maintaining vehicles, animal enclosures, water systems, electrical systems (including generator and solar systems), wastewater, and waste management

• Supervise the grounds keeping staff

• Arrange for repairs and building projects when beyond the ability of the on-site grounds keeping staff

• Develop, recommend, and implement safety procedures

• Develop, recommend, and implement training plans for subordinate employees

• Manage the facilities budget in accordance within approved plans and limits; make expenditures for the facilities department within the allocated budget; notify the Assistant Project Manager when any particular expenditure would exceed a maximum designated amount

• Coordinate closely with the Curator when grounds maintenance is planned and implemented in and around animal enclosures

• Coordinate closely with the Curator in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of animal enclosures

• Plan, prepare, and oversee contracts for construction and maintenance of buildings, animal enclosure, and various other facilities and infrastructure, in close collaboration with the Assistant Project Manager

• Proactively provide information for long term planning in order to meet out-year maintenance expectations

• Produce monthly and quarterly reports on activities, progress, results, and program evaluations

• Prepare detailed budget requests

Requirements

• Extensive practical knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment, and materials associated with a variety of crafts involved in landscaping, building maintenance, plumbing and electric systems, roofing, masonry, fencing, and general construction projects

• Awareness and knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of construction and maintenance trades

• Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches, blueprints, and specifications and to evaluate, analyze, and resolve construction and mechanical problems

• Ability to function effectively as a team leader/lead worker in a multi-cultural atmosphere and in managing people with rural and underprivileged backgrounds

• Ability to cope with a sometimes heavy workload and to multi-task in a demanding environment

• Practical experience in budgeting and staff management

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision, but as part of a team and in close cooperation with other staff members

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, reliability, oral/written communication skills in English, practical skills, and common sense

• Physically fit and able to live in a hot and humid climate

• Ability to cope with relatively simple living conditions in a rural and isolated area, in close quarters with people from a variety of different cultures

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record

• Positive attitude, flexibility, and patience

• Previous experience in international conservation work is preferred though not required

• Interest in wildlife and natural resource conservation

Conditions / remuneration:

• Free shared accommodation at ACCB, located at Kbal Spean in Phnom Kulen National Park

• Airfare to/from site, including one return flight per year

• On site internet access is available

• Preference will be given to candidates indicating that they are prepared to stay for longer periods

• Salary is dependent on experience

Last date to apply: November 10, 2014. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Anticipated starting date: DECEMBER 10, 2014

Please apply as soon as possible via email including cover letter, CV and the contact details of two references to:

Gabrielle Nussbaum, ACCB Assistant Project Manager, gabrielle@accb-cambodia.org