Main purpose / objective of the position:

• To plan, direct, coordinate and budget, either personally or through subordinate personnel, all activities concerned with the operational infrastructure and operational management of the portfolio, including building construction and repairs, air-conditioning, cleaning, fire equipment, hygiene equipment, landscaping, parking, pest control, safety and security, smoke ventilation and waste Management.
• Follow through and sign off of Capex budgets and execution thereof.
• Project management
• Signing off of all Capital nature expenditure and over seeing tender processes
• 5 year Capital budgets for numerous assets and assessing end of life of all major equipment’s.

Decision making authority:

• Interpretation of the program laid out by senior management by applying material and manpower resources to achieve the objectives outlined in the program and specific to a minor organizational function.

Experience / Education:

• Minimum qualification Grade 12, Building Science / Engineering / Construction Management or similar tertiary qualification would be preferred. Technical background and technical skills are essential. Own transport and drivers license. A minimum of 5 years experience in Operations / Facilities Management in large scale retail / commercial / industrial property environment.

Skills required:

• Staff management and team building
• Implementation and management of Service Level Agreements
• Cost budgeting and control
• Administration principles and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Planning, Prioritizing and Time Management
• Ability to structure resources

Knowledge required:

• Lease terms and conditions
• Sound knowledge of housekeeping principles
• Sound knowledge of OHS and SHE Acts
• Basic knowledge of BCE Act
• Advanced technical knowledge
• Working knowledge of Company policies and procedures
• Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements
• Contract management