Job Description

Qualification:
Diploma Building Management / Building Science / Property Mgt or equivalent. Engineering or QS Qualification an advantageExperience and Skills Required:

• 5 - 7 years Property and Facilities Management experience of which 3 needs to be at a management level
• Well-developed technical experience encompassing structure and general construction and compliance within Property Management
• 5 years building / property management experience with a sound understanding of general building maintenance which include but not limited to electrical, HVAC, plumbing, OHSA and various other soft services.
• Experience with creating and implementing own Building Management Systems (BMS) in commercial properties would be considered an advantage
• Experience in effectively leading and developing a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to be an effective team player
• Computer literate (Word/Excel/PowerPoint etc)
• Knowledge of industry best practices/ sustainability in Facilities Management and ideally Operations

Key Deliverables
1. Manage existing portfolio to ensure properties are kept in a pristine condition at all times
2. Project manage the refurbishments/ redevelopments (building aesthetics wise) of buildings/ properties accordingly
3. Manage the implementation of planned and proactive maintenance activities, ensuring effective allocation of resources in line with work plans and tasks takes place
4. Maximise the life span of the Groups properties by determining the maintenance requirements and delivering a plan within allocated timeframes and at optimal cost
5. Implement Preventative Maintenance Schedules to ensure longevity and outstanding standard of our properties, proactively identifying problem areas and ensuring these are attended to timeously
6. Monitor and oversee the work of external contractors to ensure terms of agreements are met and service delivery is cost-effective and of the highest standard
7. Ensure effective asset lifecycle management for all buildings and facilities in line with relevant statutory requirements
8. Trouble-shoot and responds to after-hour issues as needed regarding operational aspects such as HVAC issues, fire alarm malfunctions, electrical outages, water leaks, etc.
9. Address tenant complaints and resolve conflicts [must be familiar with how lease agreements work], ensuring tenant satisfaction and retention.
10. Ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations, working with the SHEQ team to provide a safe environment for staff, tenants and visitors.
11. Conduct effective take-on and take-back inspections ensuring a smooth transition/ collaborative approach with other relevant teams for new developments

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