Global Facilities Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY BURN is an eclectic group of designers, builders, and visionaries who are committed to making stoves that can transform lives and save forests. Our goal is not just to provide clean burning wood and charcoal stoves but to provide a range of super fuel efficient stoves for the 2 billion people who will inhabit sub Saharan Africa by 2050. Read below to find out a bit more about the members of the team. JOB SUMMARY Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or Facilities Management.7+ years of facilities management experience in a manufacturing environment (sheet metal preferred).Experience managing multi-site or multi-country facility operations is strongly preferred.Strong knowledge of utilities, industrial infrastructure, and compliance requirements. Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate cross-region activities. RESPONSIBILITIES Global Facilities Management & InfrastructureOversee all factories, warehouses, and offices across all regions to ensure compliance with company standards.Lead site expansions, upgrades, and relocations, and support layout optimization projects.Lead facility audits globally and ensure corrective actions are implemented by regional teams.Ensure consistent standards for building safety, security, utilities, waste management, and infrastructure across all locationsGlobal Coordination & Team LeadershipLead and mentor regional Facilities Officers across multiple countries.Develop and enforce global facilities SOPs, standards, and checklists for uniform execution.Conduct regular training and capability-building sessions for regional teams.Ensure timely reporting, issue escalation, and alignment between regions and HQ.Facilities-Related Maintenance OversightSupervise and coordinate facility-related maintenance activities with the regional facilities and maintenance teams: buildings, utilities, compressed air lines, drainage, firefighting systems, HVAC, water supply, lighting, and infrastructure.Review preventive maintenance plans for facilities and ensure implementation by regional teams.Global Fleet ManagementOversee the management of company vehicles across all countries, including motorbikes, vans, trucks, and service vehicles. Implement global fleet policies covering usage, safety, preventive maintenance, driver qualification, and vehicle assignment.Ensure compliance with local regulations for licensing, insurance, and inspection.Monitor fuel consumption, mileage tracking, and vehicle utilization to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.Coordinate with regional teams on vehicle procurement, disposal, and replacement cycles based on asset life and cost-benefit analysis.Manage accident reporting in collaboration with the health and safety officer, repairs, insurance claims, and root-cause analysis for recurring fleet incidents.Introduce and maintain GPS tracking systems where applicable to improve accountability and fleet visibility. 5.