Facility & Project Coordinator

Performit Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned company is seeking a highly skilled Facility & Project Coordinator in Gqeberha. The successful candidate will manage facilities and projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency through strong leadership and technical knowledge. With over 5 years of experience in facilities or project management, you will oversee building maintenance, health and safety compliance, vendor management, and budgeting. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the improvement of their operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in facilities, building maintenance and/or project management.
• Proven track record in managing contractors, budgets and compliance.
• Health & Safety certification/experience would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the upkeep of the physical building/department.
• Ensure the facility complies with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Plan and manage office layouts and space utilization.
• Hire and supervise service providers.
• Prepare and manage the facilities budget.

Skills

Strong organizational and leadership abilities

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Knowledge of building and compliance regulations

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Budgeting and financial planning

Education

Relevant qualification/trade in Facilities Management or related field

Job description

Facility & Project Coordinator required in Port Elizabeth.

A renowned company is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Facility and Projects Co-ordinator to oversee the effective management, maintenance and improvement of their facilities and projects.

This role requires a proactive individual with excellent leadership skills, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant qualification / trade in Facilities Management and/or Construction and/or Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in facilities, building maintenance and/or project management.
• Proven track record in managing contractors, budgets and compliance.
• Health & Safety certification/experience would be highly advantageous.
• Hands-on, technically minded individual with practical knowledge and experience
• Background in construction, building maintenance, carpentry etc. is highly advantageous.

Skills Required:

• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of building and compliance regulations.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Budgeting and financial planning

Key Responsibilities:

• Building Maintenance & Repairs
  • Oversee the upkeep of the physical building/department.
  • Schedule regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Health & Safety Compliance
  • Ensure the facility complies with health, safety and environmental regulations.
  • Conduct safety drills and maintain emergency systems (fire alarms, extinguishers, etc.).
• Space Management
  • Plan and manage office layouts and space utilization.
  • Coordinate office moves, renovations or expansions.
• Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Hire and supervise service providers.
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure service quality.
• Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Prepare and manage the facilities budget.
  • Monitor expenses and look for cost-saving opportunities.