Group Head of Facilities - Durban, South Africa - Talented Recruitment

Talented Recruitment

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Durban, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

KwaZulu Natal, Durban
- (Negotiable)

Group Head of Facilities required oversee the management, operation, and maintenance of all facilities within a corporate based in Umhlanga, Durban.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field.
A minimum of years of experience in facilities management, with a proven track record of success in a multisite organisation.
A professional certification in facilities management is preferred.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks, manage deadlines, and balance competing demands.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, including health and safety, environmental, and building codes.
Proficiency in facilities management software and tools, as well as standard office software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities management strategy, including shortterm and longterm objectives, to ensure optimal performance across all locations.
Oversee the daytoday operations and maintenance of all facilities, including buildings, grounds, food and beverage, security, cleaning and to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and maintain effective relationships, ensuring that all facilitiesrelated requirements are met.
Establish and manage annual budgets for facilities operations and capital improvement projects, ensuring costeffective allocation of resources and timely completion of projects.
Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs to minimise downtime and extend the life of assets.
Ensure compliance with local regulations and standards, including health and safety, environmental, and building codes.
Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring highquality services and costeffective solutions.
Oversee emergency response planning and implementation, including coordinating with local authorities and conducting failover testing and regular fire drills.
Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions in the facilities team
Recruit, train, and manage facilities staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
Identify risks relating to facilities, and devise and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

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