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Senior Facilities Manager - Rosebank

R 62 500 - R 70 833 a month
Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

Job Purpose:

The Senior Facilities Manager is responsible for leading a team to plan, coordinate, and manage all technical and facilities operations . The role involves overseeing building maintenance, contract management, utilities management, compliance with safety regulations, and budget control to ensure operational efficiency.

This position requires a hands-on approach to facilities management, including maintenance of electrical and mechanical infrastructure, contract oversight, and vendor management . The ideal candidate will drive cost optimization, risk management, and technical service delivery while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilities & Maintenance Management:

    • Ensure planned maintenance execution aligns with schedules and update operating systems accordingly.

    • Oversee service provider performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

    • Manage and track all facility systems, utilities, and technical services .

  • Budgeting & Financial Oversight:

    • Prepare budget forecasts and control expenditures to optimize cost-efficiency.

    • Monitor actual spend vs. approved budgets , ensuring financial accuracy.

    • Execute all CAPEX projects within the approved budget and timeframes.

  • Risk Management & Compliance:

    • Conduct annual risk inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

    • Ensure compliance with OHSA and statutory regulations .

    • Perform compliance audits and implement required safety measures.

  • Utilities Management:

    • Control, monitor, and analyze electricity, water, and waste consumption .

    • Implement efficiency initiatives to reduce operational costs.

    • Compile monthly utility reports for analysis and forecasting.

  • Customer & Stakeholder Management:

    • Ensure prompt resolution of client and tenant queries within 24-hour response time .

    • Maintain high standards of customer service and operational excellence .

    • Oversee contractor and vendor relationships , ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.

Requirements:

  • Facilities & Maintenance Management:

    • Ensure planned maintenance execution aligns with schedules and update operating systems accordingly.

    • Oversee service provider performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

    • Manage and track all facility systems, utilities, and technical services .

  • Ensure planned maintenance execution aligns with schedules and update operating systems accordingly.

  • Oversee service provider performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

  • Manage and track all facility systems, utilities, and technical services .

  • Budgeting & Financial Oversight:

    • Prepare budget forecasts and control expenditures to optimize cost-efficiency.

    • Monitor actual spend vs. approved budgets , ensuring financial accuracy.

    • Execute all CAPEX projects within the approved budget and timeframes.

  • Prepare budget forecasts and control expenditures to optimize cost-efficiency.

  • Monitor actual spend vs. approved budgets , ensuring financial accuracy.

  • Execute all CAPEX projects within the approved budget and timeframes.

  • Risk Management & Compliance:

    • Conduct annual risk inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

    • Ensure compliance with OHSA and statutory regulations .

    • Perform compliance audits and implement required safety measures.

  • Conduct annual risk inspections and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

  • Ensure compliance with OHSA and statutory regulations .

  • Perform compliance audits and implement required safety measures.

  • Utilities Management:

    • Control, monitor, and analyze electricity, water, and waste consumption .

    • Implement efficiency initiatives to reduce operational costs.

    • Compile monthly utility reports for analysis and forecasting.

  • Control, monitor, and analyze electricity, water, and waste consumption .

  • Implement efficiency initiatives to reduce operational costs.

  • Compile monthly utility reports for analysis and forecasting.

  • Customer & Stakeholder Management:

    • Ensure prompt resolution of client and tenant queries within 24-hour response time .

    • Maintain high standards of customer service and operational excellence .

    • Oversee contractor and vendor relationships , ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.

  • Ensure prompt resolution of client and tenant queries within 24-hour response time .

  • Maintain high standards of customer service and operational excellence .

  • Oversee contractor and vendor relationships , ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.

  • Facilities Manager: 4 to 5 years
  • Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BSc or BTech) or an equivalent diploma .

  • Alternatively, an artisan with trade qualifications in electrical or mechanical fields .

  • 5 to 10 years of facilities management experience in retail or commercial sectors OR engineering maintenance/project experience in a factory setting .

  • Hands-on experience in managing electrical and mechanical infrastructure , including transformers, switchgear, generators, HVAC systems, lifts, escalators, and fire compliance .

  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and project management principles .

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) .

  • Valid driver’s license .

  • Strong leadership and team management skills to oversee facility operations.

  • Ability to work independently and make data-driven decisions .

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities to address maintenance and operational challenges.

  • Financial acumen to control budgets, optimize expenses, and ensure cost efficiency.

  • Customer service mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality service to tenants and stakeholders.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines .

Minimum Requirements:

  • Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (BSc or BTech) or an equivalent diploma .

  • Alternatively, an artisan with trade qualifications in electrical or mechanical fields .

  • 5 to 10 years of facilities management experience in retail or commercial sectors OR engineering maintenance/project experience in a factory setting .

  • Hands-on experience in managing electrical and mechanical infrastructure , including transformers, switchgear, generators, HVAC systems, lifts, escalators, and fire compliance .

  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and project management principles .

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) .

  • Valid driver’s license .

Key Attributes:

  • Strong leadership and team management skills to oversee facility operations.

  • Ability to work independently and make data-driven decisions .

  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities to address maintenance and operational challenges.

  • Financial acumen to control budgets, optimize expenses, and ensure cost efficiency.

  • Customer service mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality service to tenants and stakeholders.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines .

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

27 Mar 2025;   from: careers24.com

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