Field Service Manager

Profile Personnel; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Field Services Manager to oversee operations in Gauteng. This role involves management of service technicians, project execution, and resource planning across the property portfolio. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in field or project management, strong technical expertise, and excellent communication skills. The position requires both office and field work, with necessary travel between branches.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in field service management or project management.
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical/electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex service operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Lead maintenance staff and manage resource planning.
• Drive cost reduction through process improvements.
• Manage project delivery from scope definition to supervision.
• Monitor project costs and ensure timely invoicing.

Skills

Field service management experience

Project management skills

Communication skills

Mechanical/electrical systems knowledge

Proficient in MS Word and Excel

Job description

The Opportunity Our Client is looking for an experienced Field Services Manager to oversee our Field Service Department.

This role combines team leadership, project management, and resource planning, ensuring the smooth execution of maintenance operations and installations across our national property portfolio.

You will be responsible for managing service technicians, planning labour resources, and driving projects from the initial site visit through to installation, commissioning, and client handover.

The role is split between office and field-based work, with travel between branches required.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations, ensuring service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Lead and manage maintenance staff, schedules, and resource planning.
• Drive cost reduction and efficiency through process improvements and strategic planning.
• Manage project delivery: scope definition, resource planning, equipment ordering, and on‑site supervision.
• Monitor project costs and profitability, ensuring timely invoicing and customer sign‑off.
• Maintain service activity reports, project documentation, and compliance records.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance schedules and budgets.
• Support technician development through training, tools, and supervision.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth project execution.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in field service management or project management.
• Strong technical expertise in mechanical / electrical systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex service operations.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other standard business tools.
• Previous Health & Safety / Hazmat training is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.
• Dynamic, hands‑on, and solutions‑driven approach.
• Strong record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.

We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.

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