Facilities Manager - Wellington, South Africa - Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

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Wellington, South Africa

1 week ago

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Description

Faculty- Support / Admin Department- Department- Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Infrastructure Development and Facilities Management- Campus/ Location- Wellington Campus - Wellington, WC ZA (Primary)- Job Type- Permanent- Occupational Function- Support / Admin- Number of Positions- 1- Annual Salary Package (incl.

Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)- To be confirmed- Advert Closing Date- 21/4/2023- Job PurposeManagement of the maintenance section, overseeing all installation, repair and upkeep operations of the Institutions' Facilities and lead maintenance procedures and actions. Management and co-ordination of effective service delivery in terms of service level agreements.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A BTech Degree in Built Environment/Building Management, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
A minimum of Six (6) years' relevant working experience in maintenance and facilities management of which four (4) years must be at managerial level
A valid driver's license
Willingness to work after hours as required

Recommendations

Registered professional in relevant field
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
Ensure Facilities are maintained in an effective and costeffective manner
Effective management of the maintenance department managing and give guidance to Foreman, artisans and support staff
Coordinate and oversee Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting & water proofing works
Responsible for the maintenance of Building, services, and facilities
Plan, Prioritize, organize and manage operations optimally in accordance with agreed service level agreement and strategic objectives
Develop functional policies and procedures to meet performance standards as stipulated in the Legal Requirements laid down in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and General Machinery Regulations in relation to Maintenance and ensure that they are adhered to.
Manage operations optimally in accordance with agreed service level agreement and in line with the strategic objective of the institution
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and communicate effectively

Human Resources Management

Appointment, retention, performance management, training and development of skilled and experienced staff as well as maintaining employee relations

Financial Management

Managing operational expenditure according to quarterly projections and budgets. Setting and management of budget within the due diligence of projections
Prepare specifications and tender documents in cooperation with the other sections in the department to ensure compliance with the tender policy for all the work done by the outside contractors including maintenance contracts.
Report writing

- required to write and submit quarterly/yearly reports timeously as requested

Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Line Manager

Competencies

Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
A passion for service excellence
Ability to deliver quality and proactive services to clients
Relationship management skills
Technical/Professional knowledge
Ability to influence change
Interpersonal & Conflict Management skills
Management and leadership skills
Planning and organizing skills

Financial Management
skills

Able to work in a changing environment
Ability to manage change
Attention to detail
Knowledge of tender process
Project Management
People Management
Safety Orientation
Ability to interpret acts, laws and procedures
General InformationClosing date: 21 April 2023

NB:
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PLEASE UPDATE YOUR APPLICATION ON THE SYSTEM WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AS THIS WILL BE THE ONLY CRITERIA USED FOR EVALUATION OF YOUR APPLICATION BY OUR PANEL.

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.