Facilities Maintenance Supervisor Jobs in Durban

Black Tie Recruit; Durban North; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Tie Recruit is seeking a Facilities / Maintenance Supervisor for Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will oversee building operations, maintenance plans, safety compliance, and contractor management to support efficient business operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership of maintenance teams, vendors, and service providers, with a focus on uptime, quality workmanship, and high workplace standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management or related field.
• Engineering, Building Services, Property Management qualifications are advantageous.
• Occupational Health and Safety certification is advantageous.
• Facilities Management certifications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily facility operations.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Manage cleaning, security and support services.
• Ensure operational efficiency across all facilities.
• Maintain high workplace standards.

Skills

Facilities management

Contractor coordination

OH&S compliance

Operations supervision

Maintenance planning

Education

Diploma/Degree in FM

Engineering/Building Services cert

OH&S certificate

Facilities Management certification

Job description

Job Overview

This role is ideal for professionals with expertise in facilities management, building maintenance, contractor coordination, occupational health and safety compliance, and operational supervision.

The successful candidate will ensure facilities remain safe, compliant, efficient, and well-maintained while supporting business operations through effective management of maintenance teams, vendors, and service providers.

Position Details

Job Title: Facilities / Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Jacobs, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Facilities Management & Operations

Department: Facilities and Maintenance

This opportunity is suitable for professionals seeking facilities management jobs in South Africa, maintenance supervisor jobs in Durban, and operations management careers.

Job Purpose

The Facilities / Maintenance Supervisor will oversee building operations, maintenance schedules, safety compliance, contractor management, and workplace services to ensure facilities support efficient business operations.

This position is ideal for candidates pursuing facility manager jobs, building maintenance jobs, and property operations careers.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Operations Management

• Oversee daily facility operations.


• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities.


• Manage cleaning, security, and support services.


• Ensure operational efficiency across all facilities.


• Maintain high workplace standards.

These responsibilities align with facilities jobs in Durban, operations supervisor jobs, and building management careers.

Maintenance Planning & Execution

• Develop preventive maintenance schedules.


• Supervise repairs and minor renovations.


• Monitor building systems and equipment.


• Coordinate maintenance contractors.


• Ensure minimal operational downtime.

Professionals interested in maintenance jobs in South Africa, technical supervisor careers, and building maintenance positions will find this role attractive.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.


• Conduct workplace inspections.


• Maintain OHS documentation.


• Implement workplace safety procedures.


• Support emergency preparedness initiatives.

This experience is valuable for professionals pursuing health and safety jobs, compliance officer careers, and OHS supervisor positions.

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Manage electrical contractors.


• Coordinate plumbing service providers.


• Oversee HVAC maintenance vendors.


• Supervise cleaning and security contractors.


• Monitor service quality and performance.

These duties support careers in facilities coordinator jobs, vendor management roles, and property services management.

Budget & Reporting Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance budgeting.


• Monitor facility-related expenses.


• Track maintenance costs.


• Prepare operational reports.


• Support cost-control initiatives.

These responsibilities align with facilities administrator jobs, operations analyst positions, and budget management careers.

Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Diploma or Degree in Facilities Management.


• Qualification in Engineering, Building Services, Property Management, or related field.


• Occupational Health and Safety certification will be advantageous.


• Facilities Management certifications will be beneficial.

This role is suitable for candidates pursuing engineering jobs in Durban, facilities careers in South Africa, and property management jobs.

Experience Requirements

Successful candidates should have:

• Previous experience in facilities management.


• Experience supervising maintenance teams.


• Knowledge of building systems and infrastructure.


• Experience working with contractors and service providers.


• Exposure to health and safety compliance requirements.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals seeking maintenance supervisor jobs in Johannesburg, facility manager jobs in Durban, and operations management positions.

Technical Knowledge

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:

• Building maintenance systems.


• Electrical infrastructure.


• Plumbing systems.


• HVAC operations.


• Preventive maintenance programs.


• Occupational health and safety regulations.


• Contractor management procedures.


• Facilities reporting systems.

These skills are highly valued in technical jobs in South Africa, property maintenance careers, and building operations roles.

Core Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Leadership abilities.


• Communication skills.


• Problem-solving capabilities.


• Attention to detail.


• Organizational skills.


• Time management expertise.


• Budget awareness.


• Team supervision experience.


• Decision-making abilities.


• Strong customer service orientation.

These competencies are essential for operations jobs in Durban, facilities supervisor careers, and maintenance management positions.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive and based on qualifications and experience.

Potential benefits may include:

• Performance incentives.


• Medical aid participation.


• Pension fund benefits.


• Professional development opportunities.


• Ongoing technical training.


• Career advancement prospects.

Training & Career Development

The successful candidate may receive training in:

• Advanced facilities management.


• Occupational health and safety compliance.


• Emergency response planning.


• Contractor performance management.


• Sustainability and environmental initiatives.


• Leadership and supervisory development.

These opportunities support progression into Facilities Manager jobs, Operations Manager careers, Property Manager positions, and Maintenance Manager roles.

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Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is especially suitable for candidates searching for jobs in Durban, jobs in South Africa, facilities management jobs in Durban, maintenance supervisor jobs in South Africa, operations jobs in Johannesburg, facilities administrator jobs, building operations jobs, asset management careers, compliance management jobs, workplace services jobs, technical operations jobs, and professional management careers.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from qualified professionals with strong facilities management, maintenance, and operational leadership experience.