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Job Summary: The IT Operation and Maintenance Director is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing, strategizing, and managing the operation, maintenance, and support of an organization's IT infrastructure, systems, and services. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability, availability, and optimal performance of IT assets, while also providing leadership for the IT support functions. The IT Operation and Maintenance Director typically reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) or Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Planning:Develop and implement long-term strategies for IT operation and maintenance that align with the organization's overall business objectives.
   Establish and manage budgets, resource allocation, and performance goals for IT operation and maintenance.
2. Operation and Maintenance:Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of IT systems, networks, data centers, and other infrastructure components.
   Ensure the highest level of system availability and performance while minimizing downtime and disruptions.
3. Team Leadership:Lead and manage the IT operation and maintenance teams, which may include system administrators, network engineers, helpdesk/support staff, and other IT professionals.
   Recruit, mentor, train, and evaluate team members to maintain a high-performing and collaborative workforce.
4. Problem Resolution:Identify and resolve complex IT issues, incidents, and service disruptions through effective incident management and problem-solving processes.
   Implement efficient troubleshooting and escalation procedures.
5. Asset Management:Manage IT assets, including hardware, software, licenses, and contracts.
   Maintain accurate inventories, ensure compliance with licensing agreements, and optimize asset utilization.
6. Security and Compliance:Establish and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and best practices to safeguard data and systems.
   Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards, and manage security audits and assessments.
7. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity:Develop and maintain robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans to protect against data loss and ensure the continuity of critical operations.
   Regularly test and update these plans to accommodate changes in the IT environment.
8. Vendor and Supplier Management:Manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and suppliers.
   Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements (SLAs), ensuring adherence to agreed-upon terms and high service quality.
9. Performance Monitoring:Implement comprehensive performance monitoring and reporting tools to proactively detect and address performance issues.
   Analyze performance metrics and recommend improvements to enhance system and network performance.
10. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT systems, configurations, and procedures.
• Develop operational manuals and encourage knowledge sharing within the team to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements:

1. Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field is typically required. A master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CISSP) may be preferred.
2. Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of experience in IT operations and maintenance, with at least 5-7 years in a leadership or directorial role, is typically required.
3. Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in IT infrastructure, network administration, system management, and security best practices. Familiarity with the organization's specific technology stack is a significant advantage.
4. Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills are essential for effectively leading diverse IT teams and collaborating with various stakeholders.
5. Problem-Solving and Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex IT issues and make strategic decisions that align with organizational goals.
6. Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of relevant industry regulations, compliance requirements, and the ability to implement and maintain compliance measures.
7. Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools is essential for ensuring the successful delivery of IT infrastructure projects.

The IT Operation and Maintenance Director plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of an organization's IT infrastructure. Their strategic vision, leadership, and operational expertise are vital for ensuring the consistent availability, security, and performance

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites suitable applications for the position of Manager / Assistant Director, Buildings & Facilities Management Projects in the Development & Estate Department. This is a 3-year contract position.

Manager / Assistant Director, Buildings & Facilities Management Projects (Development & Estate Department) [NIE]

Assist Head of the Development & Estate Department in the facility planning, facility development, renovation and upgrading of campus buildings and facilities and improvement/ addition & alteration (A&A) works. He/ she will also assist in operation, maintenance (facilities management) of campus buildings, infrastructures, and facilities.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for overseeing project completion within the allocated budget and ensuring the realization of design intents.

· Conduct thorough assessment to determine the user's requirements for the project, encompassing their needs, preferences, desired timeline for completion, and the available funding sources.

· Appoint and oversee a team of consultants to guide the project design process, including architects, engineers, and other professionals as required.

· Engage consultants to develop cost estimates and prepare necessary documentation for tender procurement.

· Manage the procurement process by soliciting and evaluating contractor bids, ultimately providing a recommendation for the contract award.

· Manage and process any changes to the project's scope or budget that may arise during construction.

· Monitor the progress of construction work on a regular basis to ensure the project stays on schedule and proactively identify any potential issues that may arise.

· Ensure that all safety regulatory requirements and guidelines are adhered to and are in accordance with the proper governing authorities including the safety regulators and government laws in executing the projects.

· Conducting regular on-site supervision to ensure the work is carried out safely and maintains a high level of quality.

· Oversee the administration of the construction contract, which entails managing payments, change orders, and other contractual obligations between the project team and the contractor.

· Manages and supervises space planning matters.

· Plan, design, execute and supervise the required Renovation and Redecoration (R&R) works and A&A works.

· Assist in operation, maintenance (facilities management) of campus buildings, infrastructures, and facilities in Architectural and Building matters.

· Manage and execute other duties and responsibilities from time to time that are assigned by the Head and/ or the Institute.

Requirements:

· A University degree in architecture / building / civil and structural engineering / project management with at least 10 years of relevant working experience in construction management, project management, facilities management / real estate development or equivalent.

· Adequate knowledge in building construction and proficiency in reading construction drawings.

· Good project management skills, including expertise in project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

· Strong technical skills for checking and supervising professional consultants and various contractors. Seeks continuous improvement to design and processes through consistently challenging the status quo or value engineering the optimum solutions.

· Proficient in using AutoCAD / REVIT for design purposes.

· Adequate knowledge of procurement and construction contract administration.

· Self-motivated, with a positive working attitude, with ability to work with ambiguity and agility and a strong focus on customer satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.

· Strong team-player and demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

· Good analytical and problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Closing Date

The closing date of the advertisement is 23 February 2024.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.