Operations Manager

Riseup Management; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the retail and facilities management sector. This role involves ensuring the continuous operation of the retail center while managing budgets, service providers, and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property management, excellent communication skills, and a hands-on approach to maintenance tasks. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly impact operational efficiency and tenant satisfaction, making a significant contribution to the success of the retail environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in property or built environment management.
• Strong understanding of property management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical and operational aspects of the retail center.
• Implement maintenance plans and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Budget Management

Technical Expertise

Communication Skills

Property Management

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Safety Regulations

Education

Diploma in Property Studies

BSc in Building Science

Facilities Management Certificate

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager in the Retail and Facilities Management space.

Salary : TBD

Duration : Perm

Report to : Centre Manager (with a dotted line to the Regional Facilities Manager).

POSITION INFO :

Job Responsibilities :

Responsible for providing technical and managerial expertise pertaining to the maintenance of the retail centre. Ensures operational budget management, mechanical or electrical services and management of service providers on site. Ensures reliable and safe continuous operation in accordance with statutory requirements and regulations in the building / equipment under his / her control.

Working Conditions :

• Ability to work after hours and on weekends when required
• Must be willing to a hands-on approach – electrical, plumbing, installations, fire regulations, Reverse Osmosis plant.

Minimum Experience :

• 3 to 5 years’ property or Built Environment experience.

Qualifications :

• Diploma or BSc Property Studies / Building Science / Facilities Management.
• Relevant Certificate plus 5 years’ experience
• Demonstrable understanding of Property Management

Budget Responsibility :

To prepare and manage the technical budget (Capex and R&M) including forecasts and budget variance reports.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• To set and implement planned / preventative / emergency maintenance in conjunction with the Centre and Regional Facility Managers, as well as disaster and emergency planning
• To ensure that life cycle planning and preventative maintenance plans over a 3, 5 and 10-year period are set for properties under management
• To ensure effective asset control by setting and managing the asset register
• To implement energy saving programs (‘green’ principles), environmental and sustainability methodology in the portfolio
• To contribute to the SLAs for approved service providers in conjunction with the Procurement team
• To ensure that compliance is maintained with building and statutory regulations
• To manage and respond timeously to technical, operational and building complaints and queries received by clients, and identify trends in complaints
• To manage the relationship with the tenants, including tenant installations and asserting budgetary control
• To conduct inspections, including technical, housekeeping, service contract and take on and take back inspections
• To manage and coordinate staff activities and deliverables, implementing work schedules and effectively using the company performance and development management system
• To manage both “hard” and “soft” services, monitoring the quality of services and deliverables provided by suppliers, ensuring they are within budget by negotiating the advantageous pricing structures, as well as effective utilization of municipal and utility management
• To prepare required technical and financial reports and feedback reports to management on issues
• To stay abreast of changing technical market trends
• Manage procurement of goods and services via Fraxion
• Good knowledge of safety, fire, and emergency procedures
• Good knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Well-developed report writing skills
• Budgeting and cost control experience
• Familiar with service level agreements (SLA’s) and lease agreements
• Pneumatic experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills especially in communication to clients and suppliers