Operations Manager - Shopping Centre, E Cape

SET Consulting; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Operations Manager to oversee the maintenance of a prestigious shopping centre in the Eastern Cape. This role involves managing budgets, implementing maintenance plans, and ensuring compliance with building regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property or facilities management and be adept at fostering relationships with tenants and service providers. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to creating a sustainable and well-maintained environment that enhances the shopping experience for all visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing maintenance plans and budgets for retail properties.
• Strong understanding of building regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance plans for the shopping centre.
• Manage relationships with tenants and service providers effectively.

Skills

Budget Management

Technical Support

Maintenance Planning

Relationship Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Diploma or Degree in Property Management

Diploma or Degree in Building Science

Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management

Job description

Operations Manager - Shopping Centre, Eastern Cape.

Leading Property firms seeks hands-on individual. Key role to provide technical and management support for maintenance of prestigious Shopping Centre in the Eastern Cape. Manage budgets, engineering services, and service providers on site.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement planned, preventative, and emergency maintenance plans.
• Ensure all the life cycle and maintenance plans are in place (3, 5, and 10-year).
• Set and manage the asset register.
• Implement energy-saving (green) programs using environmental and sustainability methodology.
• Contribute to the SLAs for approved service providers.
• Ensure the Centre complies with building and statutory regulations.
• Identify trends in complaints and respond timeously to them.
• Manage relationships with tenants, including tenant installations and budgets.
• Conduct technical and service contract inspections.
• Coordinate staff activities and work schedules.
• Manage all services and monitor the quality of the services.
• Negotiate pricing structures and manage municipal utilities.
• Prepare technical and financial reports.
• Keep abreast of market trends.
• Manage procurement of goods and services.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and budget variance reports.

Qualification and Experience:

• Diploma or Degree in Property, Building Science, or Facilities Management.
• Relevant operations or property experience in Retail or Shopping Centre.