Technical Facilities

Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Sandton is seeking a Technical Facilities Manager to oversee operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of building systems, excellent communication skills, and 5 to 10 years of relevant experience. This role includes managing budgets and contractors, ensuring efficient property services, and leading a team effectively.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years relevant Engineering/Technical Management/Property Management experience.
• Good knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety best practice.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of facilities management contracts and property services.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and renovation of building systems.
• Manage budgets, contractors, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Financial reporting

Project management

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Team management

Independent working

Task prioritization

Education

National Diploma / Degree or B Tech in Engineering

Matric (Senior Certificate)

Job description

Overview

We are hiring.

Position: Technical Facilities Manager ( JSE)

E.E: Male (African, Coloured, Indian)

Salary: R 52 500 – R 62 500

Location: Sandton

We are seeking a Technical Facilities Manager, responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation for facilities management contracts and property services, including the overseeing of the maintenance, repair, and renovation of building systems. You will manage budgets, contractors, and staff, while also ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards. You will possess a strong understanding of building systems and technologies, and have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• Good understanding of financial reporting
• Understanding of project management principles
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise

Qualifications and experience

• National Diploma / Degree or B Tech in Engineering: Civil /Electrical / Mechanical or related formal qualification
• Matric (Senior Certificate)
• Valid SA Driver’s License
• 5 to 10 years relevant Engineering/ Technical Management/ Property Management
• Good knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety best practice and methodologies