ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - FACILITY MANAGEMENT UNIT

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 468 000 - 552 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in South Africa is looking for an Assistant Director for the Facility Management Unit. The successful candidate will manage maintenance, cleaning, and security services while ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building disciplines, with at least three years' supervisory experience. The position offers a salary between R468,459 and R551,823 per annum and emphasizes inclusivity in hiring.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory role in relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge of PFMA, OHS Act, National Building Regulations and project management principles.
• A valid driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Facility Management Unit, including maintenance and cleaning.
• Conduct building audits and monitor maintenance budgets.
• Compile management reports and participate in strategic planning.

Skills

Facility management knowledge

Financial management skills

Conflict management skills

Computer literacy (MS Excel and PowerPoint)

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent

National Diploma NQF Level 6 in Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines

Degree at NQF Level 7 (advantage)

Job description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - FACILITY MANAGEMENT UNIT

• Reference Number : REFS/034982
• Directorate : FACILITY MANAGEMENT UNIT
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (plus benefits)

Requirements :

• A Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent to matric and an appropriate National Diploma NQF Level 6 in Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines as recognised by SAQA. A Degree at NQF Level 7 will be an added advantage A minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory level in Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines , Knowledge of facility management services in the public or private sector. A valid driver’s licence.COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of PFMA, OHS Act, National Building Regulations and project management principles. Financial management and conflict management skills. Computer literacy (MS Excel and PowerPoint). Strong communication, planning, organisational and analytical skills.

Duties :

• Manage the Facility Management Unit, including maintenance, cleaning, security, waste management and accommodation. Monitor compliance with quality and safety standards. Conduct building audits and infrastructure inspections. Monitor maintenance budgets and expenditure. Manage staff performance, leave administration, discipline and development. Compile management reports and participate in strategic planning processes.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview).It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Gauteng College of Nursing (Krugersdorp)

Closing Date : 16-01-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have A Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent to matric and an appropriate National Diploma NQF Level 6 in Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines as recognised by SAQA?

Do you have A minimum of three years’ experience in a supervisory level in Electrical, Mechanical or Building disciplines

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.