Facilities Manager — Hotel Operations & Maintenance Lead

The Capital Hotels & Apartments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Capital Hotels & Apartments is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the full facilities operation, including maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, fire safety, security and grounds, while managing a maintenance team.

This role requires budgeting, contractor management, health and safety compliance, and the ability to work under pressure with a hands-on, problem-solving approach to support guest experience.

Qualifications

• Matric required or equivalent
• 5-7 years facilities management experience, including budgeting and contractor management
• Strong all-round facilities experience (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, generator, meters)
• Body Corporate facilities management experience advantageous
• Knowledge of health and safety management
• Hands-on problem-solving and calm under pressure

Responsibilities

• Lead the full facilities operation across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, fire safety, security, and grounds.
• Manage a maintenance team and budget; oversee contractor relationships and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and OHS regulations and body corporate requirements where applicable

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting

Contractor management

Leadership

Teamwork

Health and safety

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Matric

Job description

The Capital Hotels & Apartments is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the full facilities operation, including maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, fire safety, security and grounds, while managing a maintenance team.

This role requires budgeting, contractor management, health and safety compliance, and the ability to work under pressure with a hands-on, problem-solving approach to support guest experience.