Facilities Coordinator at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    

• The Facilities Co-ordinator is responsible for overseeing all maintenance and repair activities within the Distribution Centre and across the entire campus, this includes proactively managing ad-hoc projects within the Facilities Department.
• This role works closely with contractors, manages queries, and ensures accurate reporting to support the effective and efficient operation of the facilities function.

Job Objectives    

• Manage Contractors
• Schedule workloads
• Monitor contractor performance on minor repair work
• Keep monthly maintenance spreadsheets updated
• Conduct disciplinary discussions when necessary, according to Shoprite procedures
• Ensure contractors comply with OHS
• Control expenditure
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the allocated site
• Reporting and following up on repair work
• Signing of job cards on completion of work

Quality Control

• Minimize downtime on equipment to improve productivity
• Manage abuse and cost recovery
• Handle invoice queries, contact person between Contractors and Finance Department regarding payment
• Ensure staff adhere to PPE regulations (cleaning & maintenance staff)
• Manage and monitor equipment according to company standards
• Maintain a safe working environment

Qualifications    

• Minimum grade 12
• Recognized Facilities Management qualification or equivalent

Experience    

• 2-3 years supervisory experience in building construction & maintenance work, preferably in a Warehouse/Distribution Center

Knowledge and Skills    

Knowledge / Skills

• Working knowledge of building maintenance and repair work
• Preventative maintenance programs Mechanical equipment, air conditioning, fire systems, emergency power 
• OHS Act

Competencies

• Leading & supervising
• Working with people
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Coping with pressure and setbacks 
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adapting and responding to change
• Following instructions and procedures
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adapting and responding to change
• Following instructions and procedures

Closing Date    

• 2026/03/30