Facility management requires a broad set of technical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. These skills ensure the smooth operation, safety, and efficiency of facilities such as office buildings, hospitals, schools, or industrial sites.
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Facility Manager | Oversees all facility operations, vendor coordination, regulatory compliance, emergency planning |
| Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil) | Maintenance of utility systems (power, HVAC, plumbing, medical gases) |
| BMS/Operations Engineer | Operates Building Management Systems (automation, HVAC controls) |
| Technicians (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing) | Daily troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance tasks |
| Carpenters/Painters/Masons | Minor repairs, renovations, structural maintenance |
| Lift Operator/Technician | Handles elevator maintenance and emergency response |
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Security Supervisor/Guards | Hospital access control, crowd management, emergency response |
| Fire Safety Officer | Fire drills, equipment maintenance, compliance with NFPA codes |
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Housekeeping Supervisor | Schedules and oversees cleaning, sanitization, and waste disposal |
| Housekeepers/Janitors | Cleaning patient rooms, operation theaters, ICUs; biohazard disposal |
| Pest Control Technicians | Regular fumigation and control of hospital-acquired infections |
| Linen/Laundry Staff | Handling, cleaning, and distribution of hospital linens and scrubs |
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Front Office/Reception Staff | Coordination with facility for complaints and patient queries |
| Transport Staff (Ambulance Drivers, Attendants) | Emergency and scheduled patient transport |
| Waste Management Staff | Segregation, handling, and disposal of biomedical waste (BMW) |
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Medical Gas Technician | Maintains pipelines for oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, etc. |
| RO Plant/WTP/STP Operators | Operation of water treatment and waste management plants |
| UPS/Generator Operators | Ensuring power backup for ICUs, OTs, and labs |
| Role | Key Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Safety & Compliance Officer | Ensures adherence to health & safety standards (OSHA, NABH) |
| Quality Control Inspector (FMS) | Audits cleanliness, safety, and maintenance procedures |
| Training Coordinator (FMS) | Conducts fire drills, infection control, equipment use training |
Hospital Facility Manpower Chart