Senior Facilities Manager (Technical) | Cape Town

Old Mutual Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Limited is seeking a Senior Facilities Manager (Technical) to oversee strategic and operational facilities services at the Mutualpark campus in Cape Town. You will lead technical maintenance, capital projects, contract management, and workplace operations to ensure a safe, compliant and resilient working environment.

You will also mentor teams and drive continuous improvement across campuses. The role covers OHSA compliance, governance of engineering systems, and alignment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Quantity Surveying or Property Management.
• 7+ years in Facilities Management with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• Experience managing large corporate campuses and capital projects.
• Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OHSA and applicable regulations (GMR 2.1 & 2.7).

Responsibilities

• Facilities Operations & Maintenance leadership across the campus.
• Capital Projects Management and delivery.
• Contract & Vendor Management including service providers.
• Service Delivery & Customer Experience optimization.
• Business Continuity & Operational Resilience planning.
• Tenant Management and stakeholder coordination.
• Financial Management and budgeting oversight.
• Health, Safety & Compliance governance.
• Sustainability & Asset Management focus.
• Technical support across OMLACSA campuses.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying

Bachelor's Degree in Property Management

Tools

CAFM systems

BMS

OHSA compliance tools

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description The Senior Facilities Manager (Technical) is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all facilities-related services at the Mutualpark campus. The Senior Facilities Manager will lead the delivery of technical maintenance, engineering services, capital projects, contract management, workplace operations, business continuity initiatives, and tenant management to ensure a safe, efficient, compliant, and resilient working environment. The Senior Facilities Manager will assume accountability for the safe operation, maintenance, statutory compliance, and governance of all applicable machinery, installations, and engineering systems in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations. The role is accountable for the day-to-day management of building infrastructure, critical engineering systems, service provider performance, and campus operations while ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, operational excellence standards, and customer experience expectations. The position may also be required to provide technical leadership, engineering expertise, and facilities support to other OMLACSA campuses and regional facilities as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Capital Projects Management
• Contract & Vendor Management
• Service Delivery & Customer Experience
• Business Continuity & Operational Resilience
• Tenant Management
• Financial Management
• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Sustainability & Asset Management
• Technical Support Across OMLACSA Campuses

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead and develop facilities management and technical teams.
• Foster a high-performance, customer-focused culture.
• Manage contractor and service partner relationships.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and develop technical talent within the facilities function.

Minimum Work Experience

• 7+ years' experience in Facilities Management, Building Operations, Engineering, or Property Management.
• Minimum 2 years in a senior role.
• Proven experience managing large corporate campuses or commercial properties.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and infrastructure upgrades.
• Strong experience in contract and vendor management.
• Experience within Financial Services, Corporate Real Estate, Banking, Insurance, or similar regulated environments preferred.
• Experience managing mixed-use environments including offices, retail tenants, and shared business centres.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in: Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Quantity Surveying Property Management Related Technical Discipline

Skills Required

• Advanced Facilities Management and Building Operations expertise
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Building Services Engineering
• Sound understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and applicable regulations
• Working knowledge of General Machinery Regulations (GMR 2.1 and 2.7)
• Responsibilities Asset Lifecycle Management and Infrastructure Planning
• Capital Project Planning, Execution, and Governance
• Contract and Vendor Management
• Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management and Performance Monitoring
• Budgeting, Financial Management, and Cost Control
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery PlanningRisk Management and Compliance Management
• Property and Tenant Management
• Space Planning and Workplace Management
• Energy Management and Sustainability Practices
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems proficiency
• Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• Engineering Problem-Solving and Root Cause Analysis
• Emergency Response and Incident Management
• Regulatory Compliance and Statutory Governance
• Data Analysis, Reporting, and Performance Analytics

Technical Knowledge Areas

• HVAC Systems
• Electrical Distribution and Reticulation Systems
• UPS and Backup Power Infrastructure
• Standby Generators
• Fire Detection and Suppression Systems
• Access Control and Security Systems
• Water Reticulation and Plumbing Systems
• Lifts and Vertical Transportation Systems
• Critical Facilities Infrastructure
• Commercial Property Operations
• Retail and Mixed-Use Property Management

Behavioural Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership and Team Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Customer Focus
• Commercial Acumen
• Results Orientation
• Decision Quality
• Risk and Compliance Management
• Influencing and Negotiation
• Problem Solving and Analytical Thinking
• Resilience and Adaptability
• Safety Leadership

Additional Qualifications and/or Experience (Preferred)

• Facilities management certification advantageous: SAFMA IFMA (CFM) Project Management (PMP) ASAQ’s

Additional Job Responsibilities (Preferred)

• Digitilisation of asset management framework, CMMS, reporting, etc.

Organisational Structure (Where is this role located in the hierarchy)

• Reports to the National Technical Manager - Corporate Property Management who reports to the Head of Corporate Property Management na Skills Budget Management, Business Requirements Analysis, Change Management, Data Controls, Executing Plans, Financial Accounting, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Managerial Accounting, Negotiation, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures, Project Delivery Management, Property Operations, Servant Leadership Competencies Action Oriented Builds Effective Teams Business Insight Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Drives Results Ensures Accountability Manages Complexity Education Bachelors Degree (B): Electrical Engineering (Required), Bachelors Degree (B): Mechanical Engineering (Required), Bachelors Degree (B): Quantity Surveying (Required)

Closing Date 02 September 2026 , 23:59

The Old Mutual Story!

Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending. We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.