Facilities Services Manager (GCC required)

Ability Executive Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Facilities Services Manager in South Africa to oversee the technical operations of commercial and retail facilities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, at least 5-7 years of relevant experience, and exceptional skills in budgeting and team management. Strong administrative skills are essential to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in technical roles focusing on electrical, mechanical, and electronics.
• Experience in large-scale retail, commercial, or industrial property environments.
• OSHACT exam passed by the Department of Labour for engineering degree holders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical components of facilities including HVAC and electrical systems.
• Manage the procurement process and control budget expenditure.
• Develop and monitor a five-year maintenance plan.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Staff Management

Vendor Management

Sustainability Practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

National Diploma in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Facilities Services Manager to manage the full technical component of commercial and retail inclusive of air conditioning, electrical, lifts, generators, elevators, etc. ensuring that the operation runs smoothly, efficiently and effectively.

Budgeting & Expense Control (20%)

• Contribute to the annual expense budget and manage monthly expense budgets.
• Oversee purchase orders through the Helpdesk and manage procurement within budget limits.
• Maintain and manage the stock register, issuing work orders, and completing works orders as needed.
• Procure stock from authorized suppliers and ensure building maintenance expenses are below market rates.
• Maintain accurate stock records and benchmark actual maintenance costs against the year-on-year average growth over a three-year cycle.

Budgeting and Expense Control (20%)

• Oversight into the preparation and approval of the annual budget plan and quarterly forecasts for Technical Services, Operational Services Building Services and Utility Services.
• Compilation of five-year rolling maintenance plan in conjunction with core strategies.

Tenant/Staff Management (25%)

Audits (10%)

Service Provider Management (15%)

Sustainability (30%)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, National Diploma (S4), in Mechanical or Electrical engineering
• Candidates with Bachelor Degree in Engineering need to have passed the OSHACT Exam as set by the Department of Labour.
• Candidates with National Diploma in Engineering must have a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• At least 5-7 years minimum experience in a variety of technical roles with an emphasis on electrical, mechanical and electronics.
• Experience in a large-scale retail (ideally) / commercial / industrial property environment.