Facilities Intern

takealot.com; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

takealot Group in Cape Town central office is seeking a highly motivated Facilities Intern to join our team on an 18-month contract. This internship offers hands-on exposure to facilities operations, data reporting and vendor coordination.

You will support administration of facilities systems, assist with safety compliance and assist with project planning and office moves. We value initiative, collaboration and a proactive mindset, with learnings across a fast-paced e-commerce environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with N6 certificate or NCV Level 4 in Facilities Management or related field.
• Familiarity with facilities operations, building maintenance and OHS concepts.
• Strong computer literacy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect, capture, analyse and present facilities-related data to support decision-making.
• Assist with administration and operation of facilities systems (access control, CCTV, helpdesk, finance portals).
• Assist with planning and coordination of facilities projects and office moves.
• Inspect and report on building maintenance issues (plumbing, electrical, HVAC).
• Support OHS compliance documentation, incident reporting and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors and service providers for maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with supplier quotations, purchase requisitions and orders.
• Contribute to SOPs, checklists and compliance records.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Data entry & reporting

Facilities basics

Independent learner

Education

Grade 12 with N6/NCV Level 4 in Facilities Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Facilities Intern to join our team in Cape Town central Office.

We are a young, dynamic, hyper growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you've been challenged before? Think again!

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 plus an N6 certificate or NCV Level 4 qualification in Facilities Management, Engineering, Building/Construction, Property/Operations Management, Office Administration, or a related field.

The skills we need

• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to coordinate and follow up with contractors and service providers.
• Data capturing, interpretation and reporting skills.
• Basic understanding of facilities management, building operations, maintenance and OHS.
• Proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and willingness to learn.

Attributes required.

• Hands on/practical
• Problem solving mindset
• Proactive/takes initiative
• Collaborative
• Strong communication skills
• Curious/eager to learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills

Key responsibilities

• Collect, capture, collate, analyse and present Facilities-related operational data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Assist with the administration and operation of Facilities systems, including access control, CCTV monitoring, maintenance/helpdesk systems, finance and procurement portals, and other relevant platforms.
• Assist with the planning, coordination and execution of Facilities projects, office moves, space changes and other building-related initiatives.
• Assist with physical inspections and maintenance activities across the building, including identifying and reporting issues relating to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, general building maintenance and office infrastructure.
• Assist with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance, including inspections, documentation, incident reporting, compliance records and corrective actions.
• Liaise with internal clients, contractors and service providers to coordinate maintenance, repairs, services and Facilities-related requests.
• Assist with obtaining and comparing supplier quotations, creating purchase requisitions and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company processes.
• Support the development, review and maintenance of SOPs, checklists, registers, compliance records and other Facilities documentation, while participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is an 18-month contract position

High Level:

At the takealot Group, our Graduate Programme will help you build both technical and soft-skills to launch your career, learning from the best in the business. The Internship program will prepare you for a career in a large-scale and fast-paced environment.

Every selected Graduate gains unique insights into the e-commerce environment with vast amounts of practical experience from daily exposure to a broad range of skills. The program consists of various technical and soft skill courses where you will receive training on a variety of areas.

You’ll be working with some of the strongest professionals South Africa has to offer who bring experience from a multitude of Great Industries.

The Environment

• takealot.com employees are entrepreneurial and dynamic, smart, customer-centric, fun and have the shared ambition of takealot.com being the leading e-commerce company in Africa.
• We have fun, work hard, take ownership, work in teams to create solutions, and are always open to direct feedback/new ideas on where we can improve.
• We are short on ego and high on output.
• We are doers and not only thinkers, it's all in the execution after all.
• We love what we do and what we are creating.

Let's talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands: We offer a market-related, Total Remuneration Package which allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors: We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like? High five, collab and make something great.
• Mentorship Program: We aren't kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now's your chance to be one of the best, by learning from the best.
• Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more.
• Good times: Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Help when you need it most: Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, for free, anytime, anywhere.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind.

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.