Facilities Manager

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Diploma Building Management / Building Science / Property Management.
  • Engineering or QS Qualification, an advantage.
  • Minimum 5 to 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.
  • Minimum 5 years building / property management experience with a sound understanding of general building maintenance.
  • Experience with creating and implementing own Building Management Systems (BMS) in commercial properties, a strong advantage.
  • Knowledge of industry best practices/ sustainability in Facilities Management and ideally Operations.
Competencies:
  • Ability to lead and develop a team.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Effective team player.
  • Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint etc).
Key Deliverables:
  • Manage the existing portfolio to ensure properties are kept in a pristine condition at all times.
  • Project manage the refurbishments/redevelopments of buildings/properties.
  • Manage the implementation of planned and proactive maintenance activities, ensuring effective allocation of resources in line with work plans and tasks.
  • Maximise the life span of the Groups properties by determining the maintenance requirements and delivering a plan within allocated timeframes and at optimal cost.
  • Implement Preventative Maintenance Schedules to ensure longevity and outstanding standard of the properties, identifying problem areas and ensuring these are attended too timeously.
  • Monitor and oversee the work of external contractors to ensure terms of agreements are met, and service delivery is cost-effective.
  • Ensure effective asset lifecycle management for all buildings and facilities in line with relevant statutory requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and respond to after-hour issues as needed regarding operational aspects such as HVAC issues, fire alarm malfunctions, electrical outages, water leaks, etc.
  • Address tenant complaints and resolve conflicts (familiar with how lease agreements work).
  • Ensure strict compliance with health and safety regulations, working with the SHEQ team to provide a safe environment.
  • 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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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1371247
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned