Facilities Supervisor (R792A) needed at The South African Medical Research Council

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set and implement planned preventative maintenance schedules in conjunction with the Facilities Manager.
• Manage the technical budgeting process for all maintenance expenditure in conjunction with the Facilities Manager.
• Set and coordinate service level agreements for approved service providers in conjunction with the Facilities Manager and the Procurement team.
• Ensure that compliance is maintained with building and statutory regulations.
• Manage complaints received by stakeholders via the facilities helpdesk.
• Ensure timeous responses to complaints as per SOP received from stakeholders.
• Project Manage minor building works and equipment installations.
• Induction of external contractors onto the MRC sites and ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Manage contract staff and facilities management staff as required.

Core Requirement:

• Certified Tradesman with a Facilities Management Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years Facilities Management experience.
• Technical – Certified Tradesman with electric wireman’s license
• Technical experience – Mechanical, HVAC, Electrical, Civils, Structural.
• Knowledge of technical, non-technical and business support services
• Knowledge of OHS Act, building/construction and facilities regulations and municipal by-laws
• Facilities building operations and maintenance management
• Strong internal and external relationships using effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience of excellent customer service and tenant interaction

Advantageous:

• Higher Certificate in Facilities Management
• Previous experience in medical research environment with specific experience in a laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations