Facilities Supervisor
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Barcelona, Spain
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance
About the job
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or professional certification in a related field is a plus.
- At least 3 years of experience in maintenance management, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural maintenance.
- Experience managing maintenance teams and working with external contractors.
- Ability to manage complex maintenance issues effectively.
- Budget management and cost control skills.
- Familiarity with local safety regulations, building codes, and property maintenance best practices.
- Ability to follow up on processes and deliver timely follow-up.
- Ability to adapt to different scenarios and work flexibly to achieve outcomes for stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in Spanish and English.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and mentor maintenance personnel, including technicians and handymen, ensuring they have the skills and tools to perform their duties effectively.
- Develop and implement training programs to improve the maintenance team's skills and efficiency.
- Coordinate daily maintenance activities and ensure tasks are completed on time and to the required standards.
- Provide skilled handymen to Property Managers during apartment renovations, ensuring renovation work meets company standards and schedule.
- Initiate preventive maintenance during renovations so that property systems are operational when a property is ready for occupancy.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive maintenance plan covering corrective, preventive, and condition-based maintenance.
- Use a maintenance app to plan, schedule, and track maintenance activities, keeping records updated and tasks managed efficiently.
- Oversee the scheduling and execution of routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.
- Manage maintenance tickets and ensure timely resolution of issues reported by tenants or escalated by the Guest Experience team.
- Ensure properties comply with safety regulations and promptly address issues involving structural integrity, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems.
- Build and maintain relationships with local vendors and contractors, negotiate service agreements, and ensure work meets quality standards.
- Oversee outsourced maintenance tasks and ensure external work is efficient and cost-effective.
- Monitor contractor performance to ensure work is completed on schedule and within budget.
- Manage the city's maintenance budget, track and report expenses, and keep spending within approved limits.
- Optimize maintenance operations to reduce costs while maintaining quality and safety.
- Review and approve vendor and contractor invoices for accuracy and compliance with service agreements.
- Implement and enforce maintenance protocols and procedures across properties.
- Conduct property inspections and audits to identify maintenance needs and check compliance with local safety and building codes.
- Develop and monitor KPIs to measure maintenance operations' efficiency and effectiveness.
- Serve as the point of contact for escalated maintenance issues, work with Property Managers, and help them communicate with landlords to resolve issues.
- Maintain records of maintenance activities, including work orders, schedules, and equipment logs.
- Report maintenance operations status, significant issues, budget variances, and improvement opportunities to the City Operations Head.
- Track and analyze maintenance-app data to identify trends, optimize processes, and improve operational performance.
Desired Qualifications
- Catalan language skills are considered a plus.
About the company
Ukio provides rental housing with a design-first approach. It offers stylish, fully furnished apartments in prime locations that are carefully chosen for both aesthetics and accessibility to everyday amenities like groceries, cafes, and gyms. Customers can choose from a range of design styles to match their taste, and properties are designed to deliver a consistent, high-quality living experience for short or long stays. Unlike typical rental platforms, Ukio differentiates itself through curated property selection and a strong emphasis on design and location, aiming to attract design-conscious tenants and build long-term loyalty. Overall, the goal is to become the trusted source for well-designed, convenient, and well-located rental homes.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$40.8M
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ukio said 2025 revenue reached €50 million and break-even is targeted for 2026.
- The company reported 2026 hiring growth, with 276 employees and 31 active job postings.
- Milan launched in 2025, and London is next, expanding Ukio's addressable European market.
What critics are saying
- London expansion faces strict short-term rental rules, delaying growth and raising compliance costs.
- Ukio still depends on occupancy and asset-heavy apartment acquisition, compressing margins in downturns.
- If capital markets tighten after the Series A and debt raises, expansion stalls quickly.
What makes Ukio unique
- Design-led, fully furnished mid-term rentals create a premium, branded housing experience.
- Ukio operates across multiple European cities, unlike single-market furnished-rental operators.
- Guests became owners, owners became investors: Ukio is building a full housing platform.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Team Social Events
- Commuter Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options