Senior Manager Infrastructure Management (Five (5) Years Fixed Term Contract

The Agricultural Research Council; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institution in Hatfield is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager to develop and oversee asset management frameworks. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in facilities management, project management, and financial control. This permanent contract role offers a competitive remuneration package and a three-year tenure, requiring excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Facilities Management, with 5 years in a management role.
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure planning and asset lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with OHS regulations and risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain asset management frameworks.
• Manage the delivery of facilities management services.
• Optimize asset utilization in alignment with strategic objectives.

Skills

Leadership and stakeholder management

Budgeting and financial control

Project management

Technical support

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Facilities Management or similar

Professional registration (SAFMA, IFMA)

Job description

Description

• Develop implement and maintain infrastructure and asset management frameworks policies and systems.
• Design and oversee solutions supporting the full asset lifecycle from acquisition to disposal.
• Implement and monitor infrastructure and asset risk treatment and mitigation plans.
• Optimise asset utilisation across ARC divisions in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage the delivery of facilities management services at strategic tactical and operational levels.
• Oversee leases contracts and procurement processes ensuring compliance and contractor performance.
• Implement preventative planned and emergency maintenance programmes (310-year plans).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory environmental and safety standards.
• Manage vehicle fleet operations including maintenance and replacement cycles.
• Promote sustainable and green infrastructure initiatives to improve energy and water efficiency.
• Develop and manage both Opex and Capex budgets effectively.
• Lead and manage staff performance to ensure service excellence and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and present technical operational and financial reports to management.
• Ensure optimal use of facilities high stakeholder satisfaction and adherence to compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Facilities Management Property Management Engineering or similar.
• Professional registration (SAFMA IFMA etc.) advantageous
• 10 years experience in Facilities Management of which 5 years should be at management role or 3 years at senior management level
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure planning asset lifecycle management and maintenance strategies.
• Proven experience in project management budgeting and financial control (Capex and Opex).
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations environmental compliance and risk management frameworks.
• Excellent leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.

Enquiries: Dr Tebogo Sethibe

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : 24 OCTOBER 2025

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance competency / leadership assessments and preference will be given to designated groups (including people with disabilities) in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by covering letter detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates supporting documents copy of drivers license) and at least three contactable referees must be attached on the Form.

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

Work Level

Senior

Job Type

Contract

Salary

Market Related

Duration

3 Years

EE Position

No

Location

Central Office Hatfield

Required Experience

Senior Manager

Key Skills

Active Directory,Customer Service,End user,Access Points,Deskside Support,Windows,SCCM,Troubleshoot,User Accounts,Desktop,PC,Backup,Setup,hardware,Technical Support

Vacancy

1