Senior Manager : Infrastructure Management (Central Office Hatfield)

Agricultural Research Council; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural research organization is seeking a Senior Manager: Infrastructure Management to develop and maintain asset management frameworks and manage facilities services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 10 years’ experience in Facilities Management. This role emphasizes strong leadership and project management skills, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field is required.
• 10 years’ experience in Facilities Management, with 5 years in a management role.
• Proven experience in project management and financial control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain asset management frameworks.
• Manage facilities management services at various levels.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Property Management, Engineering or similar

Job description

Job title: Senior Manager: Infrastructure Management (Central Office Hatfield)

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: October 24, 2025

Description

• Develop, implement, and maintain infrastructure and asset management frameworks, policies, and systems.
• Design and oversee solutions supporting the full asset lifecycle, from acquisition to disposal.
• Implement and monitor infrastructure and asset risk treatment and mitigation plans.
• Optimise asset utilisation across ARC divisions in alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage the delivery of facilities management services at strategic, tactical, and operational levels.
• Oversee leases, contracts, and procurement processes, ensuring compliance and contractor performance.
• Implement preventative, planned, and emergency maintenance programmes (3–10-year plans).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.
• Manage vehicle fleet operations, including maintenance and replacement cycles.
• Promote sustainable and green infrastructure initiatives to improve energy and water efficiency.
• Develop and manage both Opex and Capex budgets effectively.
• Lead and manage staff performance to ensure service excellence and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and present technical, operational, and financial reports to management.
• Ensure optimal use of facilities, high stakeholder satisfaction, and adherence to compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities Management, Property Management, Engineering, or similar.
• Professional registration (SAFMA, IFMA, etc.) advantageous.
• 10 years’ experience in Facilities Management, of which 5 years should be at management role or 3 years at senior management level.
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure planning, asset lifecycle management, and maintenance strategies.
• Proven experience in project management, budgeting, and financial control (Capex and Opex).
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations, environmental compliance, and risk management frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.