Facilities Management Engineer
Job in
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Listed on 2026-06-28
Listing for:
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Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Operations Manager, Building Services Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The position is based in Rome and is part of the Global Head Quarters (GHQ) Facilities Management and Engineering Unit reporting to the Head of the Operations and Maintenance Engineering team.
THE ROLE
To provide facilities management and engineering expertise and contribute to the efficient delivery of building management services for Global HQ and Country Offices.
KEY
ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
1. Operations and Maintenance:
Manage the day-to-day administration of maintenance and facility management service contracts (i.e. cleaning, porterage, waste disposal, gardening) and monitor contractor performance against contract specifications and KPIs.
Support the management of utilities contracts, including provision of procurement specifications.
Preparing technical specifications for facility management services tenders.
Support the uninterrupted functionality of critical building systems, including Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (HVAC), power supply, water systems, and security infrastructure; assist in responding to facility emergencies (e.g.: system failures, leaks, power outages) and coordinate timely resolution to minimize disruption.
Contribute to optimizing energy and resource use through sustainable practices and efficiency improvements. Identify and implement energy‑saving measures to reduce operational costs.
Monitor and report on the environmental performance of building operations.
Perform quality and compliance activities in line with WFP policies and procedures, Italian norms and standards, contractual technical specifications, and relevant best practices.
Promote a safe working environment by monitoring compliance with workplace Health and Safety standards and Fire Safety standards.
Liaise with landlords for extraordinary maintenance actions.
2. Project Management Support
Prepare cost estimates and work schedules, and monitor expenditures against assigned project budgets.
Supervise contractors and service providers to ensure smooth project execution.
Coordinate the delivery of assigned infrastructure improvement projects, following the defined scope, timelines, and quality standards.
Support the preparation of reports on the use of Government Funds for facility improvements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting requirements.
3. Field Support
Provide technical advice to the field offices on issues related to all the above duties, remotely or on-site.
Conduct site assessments of WFP facilities in the field and contribute to the development of remedial plans to ensure suitability for operational purposes, safety, and efficiency of structures and equipment in line with WFP policies, criteria and standards.
In addition to the specific duties listed above:
Contribute to the implementation of WFP Policies, standards, norms and practices ensuring compliance with wider WFP policies, procedures, guidelines and operations.
Prepare evidence-based recommendations for senior staff on measures to improve WFP facilities suitability for operational purpose, safety, and efficiency of structures and equipment.
Maintain partnerships with internal and external clients to effectively meet clients’ expectations.
Contribute to preparedness actions, providing technical recommendations and guidance and monitor the management of risks.
Other as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education :
Advanced University degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Building, Civil) or Architecture from an institution recognized by , obtained after a minimum of five years of full time study.
Accreditation to National Professional Register as Engineer or Architect or recognized equivalent by an appropriate national or international regulatory authority.
Experience
Minimum Three (3) years of post‑graduate professional experience in operations and maintenance, and 1 year experience of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems in large scale buildings (min. 20,000 sqm).
Experience in Contract Management.
Experience with procurement procedures and practices.
Experience in a UN organization would be an asset.
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