Facility Manager

Ref 2587033 | Date: 23 Oct 2026

International School of Lausanne

L’International School of Lausanne (ISL) is a non-profit international school, recognized as an International Baccalaureate World School. We place educational excellence at the heart of our mission and support each student in developing their potential, allowing them to become an engaged and responsible actor in a complex and multicultural world. Our campus welcomes approximately 850 students aged 3 to 18, from more than 60 nationalities, accompanied daily by nearly 250 employees.

To anticipate the challenges of tomorrow and offer an exceptional setting to our community, we are looking for our:

Facility Manager

Reveal the potential of our campus and shape the ISL experience on a daily basis!

Four buildings, cutting-edge technical facilities, and vibrant outdoor spaces: ISL offers you a stimulating and high-impact playground. As Facility Manager, you are the engine of the safety, performance, and sustainable development of our infrastructure.

Your daily impact:

• Committed leader: you inspire, organize, and develop a team of 3 technicians.
• Operational pilot: you guarantee the reliability, safety (HSE), and sustainability of the entire campus.
• Project Manager & Partner: you orchestrate the relationship with external service providers and lead the transformation projects of our spaces.
• Guarantor of safety: you pilot risk management and preparation for emergency situations.

Your main missions:

• Supervise the preventive and corrective maintenance of buildings, technical installations, and equipment: HVAC, plumbing, electricity, lighting, sports equipment, and play areas.
• Perform regular inspections and anticipate maintenance, replacement, and renovation needs.
• Plan seasonal interventions and the reconfiguration of spaces, including classrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Guarantee compliance with standards and regulations regarding building safety and fire protection.
• Keep emergency plans, lockdown, and evacuation procedures up to date; regularly organize and coordinate safety drills and emergency management situations.
• Select, coordinate, and supervise external service providers: maintenance, cleaning, security, waste management, green spaces, etc.
• Plan and pilot improvement, renovation, and modernization projects for the infrastructure, respecting deadlines and budgets.
• Identify and implement energy efficiency and cost optimization initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and contribute to the continuous improvement of the department's performance.

Required profile:

• Degree in facility management or technical building management (ES, HES, federal certificate, or equivalent training), with a desire to evolve towards the Federal Diploma of Manager in Facility Management and Maintenance (DFMM).
• Minimum 5 years of experience within a Facilities department, including at least 2 years in a management function.
• Technical knowledge in one or more building areas, ideally in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electricity, building technologies, or locking systems.
• Strong skills in planning, organization, and project management.
• Strategic mindset, ability to solve problems, and a resolutely pragmatic and operational approach.
• Fluent French (C1) and good command of English (B2).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and sense of service, with the ability to develop relationships of trust in an international and multicultural environment.
• Integrity, reliability, and a high sense of responsibility.
• Good command of Microsoft Office

What we offer:

• A modern and spacious campus, with spaces designed to promote a pleasant and stimulating work environment.
• 6 weeks of vacation per year.
• An attractive pension plan and complete coverage in terms of social insurance.
• Access to free sports and wellness activities.
• Regular social events, promoting exchanges and community spirit.
• A cafeteria offering healthy and balanced menus.

Are you interested?

Do you wish to put your expertise at the service of a dynamic, international, and technically demanding campus?

We look forward to receiving your application via JobUp.

Please attach the following documents:

• Personalized cover letter
• CV
• Copies of diplomas
• Copies of work certificates and/or letters of reference, if applicable

Due to work permit limitations, preference will be given to candidates with Swiss/European citizenship or holding a Swiss work permit.

Protection of minors

L'Ecole Internationale de Lausanne is committed to protecting and promoting the well-being of children. We expect all members of our staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a full reference check and a criminal record check.

We value diversity

At ISL, all members of our community contribute to creating an environment where diversity is valued. Everyone invests to ensure that each individual feels a deep sense of belonging and is treated with respect. ISL is committed to being an inclusive employer that values diversity.

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