Facilities Manager

Snr; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and manufacturing company in Gauteng is seeking a Facilities Manager to provide strategic leadership and ensure the efficient management of facilities projects and utility engineering services. The ideal candidate must have a B.Sc/B.Eng/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with at least 10 years of experience, including 5 in management roles. Responsibilities include managing facilities operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and overseeing budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in facilities and/or construction management.
• At least 5 years in a Management role.
• Proven experience in project management and utilities management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction for facilities management.
• Ensure optimal operations and alignment with organisational goals.
• Manage Opex and Capex budgets effectively.

Skills

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act)

Building and facilities management

Budgeting and financial management

Utilities services and HVAC Systems

Project management

Contractor management

Asset Management Systems and Processes

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

B.Sc / B.Eng or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Post Graduate qualification

GCC

Project Management qualification

Job description

Our client, a state-of-the art technology and manufacturing company, is searching for an exceptional Facilities Manager to provide leadership and strategic direction, ensuring the integrated and efficient management of facilities projects, utility engineering services and environmental variables.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Sc / B.Eng or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Post Graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• GCC would be an added advantage.
• Project Management qualification would be an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years experience, with at least 5 years in a Management role.
• Proven experience in facilities and / or construction management, utilities management, project management, contractor management and manufacturing best practices and processes will be advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) including Regulations, NEMA, National Building Regulations, National Fire Protection Authority, etc.
• Building and facilities management.
• Budgeting and financial management.
• Utilities services and HVAC Systems, Power Solutions.
• Project management.
• Contractor management.
• Asset Management Systems and Processes.
• Chemical handling.
• HR policies and procedures.
• Self verification.
• Leadership skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Strategic and operational planning.
• Negotiation skills.

Key Performance Areas

• Management of Facilities.
• Project Management.
• Maintenance repairs and resource management.
• Safety, Health and Environment management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic managerial leadership and direction to the Facilities department to ensure optimal operations and delivery of services, and alignment of deliverables with organisational goals, to ensure business continuity, continuous improvement, compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provide expertise in all aspects of the site's physical infrastructure including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); structural and civil engineering requirements; lighting; roofing; fire protection; and other specific structural needs.
• Serve as a lead in analysing the facility infrastructure for deficiencies and inefficiencies (and implement corrective actions).
• Ensure all planned preventative maintenance is scheduled and completed timeously to high standards.
• Ensure the effective execution of facilities-related projects to meet business objectives in accordance with specifications.
• Implement and maintain an operational risk management strategy in accordance with the company's management framework.
• Establish service standards, measures, and performance reporting and create an environment that enables and promotes optimal business operations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to establish short and long‑term plans on production, maintenance, security, material handling, and product control processes.
• Ensure a safe working environment, practices, and compliance with the OHS Act and all associated regulations including General Machinery Regulations and Construction Regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Manage Opex and Capex budgets and monitor expenses ensuring expenditure is within the budget and continuously strive to save costs.
• Build enduring technical and maintenance capabilities to ensure quality, health & safety objectives including statutory obligations are adhered to at all times.
• Ensure effective resource planning, allocation, and coordination of staff, providing leadership and guidance based on best practices and expertise.
• Facilitate the continuous improvement and enhancement of processes and systems within the department.
• Manage the performance and development of direct reports, build a high‑performance culture within the department, and motivate staff to deliver results.
• Identify hazards associated with assigned tasks and accelerate escalation of hazards that cannot be mitigated.
• Put in place effective self‑verification processes.
• Ensure effective asset and engineering management systems and processes in Facilities to deliver integrity and reliability of the assets, and ensure ISO certification is maintained.