Civil Engineering Technical Manager at Tsebo Solution

Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance Management:

• Develop and execute comprehensive maintenance plans for plumbing, building fabric, and civil engineering systems.
• Ensure timely and efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks according to the SLA.
• Monitor the status of maintenance tasks and address any deviations or delays.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance strategies and make adjustments as needed.

Reactive Response:

• Quickly assess and address unexpected maintenance issues, minimizing disruptions to university operations.
• Prioritize and delegate tasks to maintenance teams, contractors, or service providers as required.
• Implement efficient and effective solutions to resolve reactive issues.

SLA Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with the SLA agreements, meeting response times, resolution targets, and quality standards specified.
• Maintain records of SLA performance and communicate progress to stakeholders.

Monthly Reporting:

• Prepare detailed monthly reports outlining maintenance activities, completed tasks, ongoing projects, and performance against SLA targets.
• Provide insights into key trends, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Include financial summaries and resource utilization metrics in the reports.

HR and IR Management:

• Handle HR responsibilities, including recruitment, training, performance management, and development of maintenance staff.
• Address HR and IR issues promptly and effectively, fostering a positive work environment and addressing conflicts if they arise.

Resource Management:

• Efficiently allocate human, financial, and material resources for maintenance projects and tasks.
• Monitor resource utilization and identify opportunities for optimization.

Budget Control:

• Manage the maintenance budget, tracking expenditures, and ensuring that maintenance activities are cost-effective.
• Identify areas for cost-saving measures without compromising quality.

Stakeholder Communication:​​​​​​​

• Maintain open and effective communication with academic, residential, and support staff regarding maintenance schedules, disruptions, and progress on projects.
• Address feedback and concerns promptly.

Compliance and Regulation :

• Ensure that maintenance activities adhere to building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Keep up to date with any regulatory changes that may impact maintenance practices.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Develop and update emergency response plans for maintenance-related incidents.
• Coordinate with relevant parties to ensure swift and effective responses during emergencies.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to enhance maintenance processes, increase efficiency, and implement sustainable practices.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Data Management and Analysis:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and upgrades.
• Analyse data to identify trends, recurring issues, and areas needing improvement.

Interdepartmental Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other university departments, such as facilities management, academic administration, and finance, to align maintenance efforts with overall university goals.

Health and Safety Oversight:

• Prioritize health and safety in all maintenance activities, ensuring that work is carried out in compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• N5/T3
• Technical qualification in the Civil engineering field
• Working knowledge of OSH act
• Working knowledge of related Statutory and Regulatory requirements
• Valid driver’s license and own transport is essential.
• Computer literacy – MS Office
• 5 years’ min experience post qualification with management experience
• Working knowledge of maintenance strategies emphasising Planned and Preventative techniques
• Project Management Experience.
• Incident Management to be added as well as Problem Management
• Good understanding of client’s needs & SLA’s
• Knowledge of all tools and safe practises when using such tools
• Above average knowledge of general maintenance items, practices and procedures