Facilities Lead at ManpowerGroup South Africa

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Facilities Lead to manage a Luxury Retirement Resort with 6 apartment buildings, clubhouse, indoor pool, massage rooms, entertainment spaces. restaurant, library and lounges.
Some construction background is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee CAPEX projects, ensuring adherence to plans, budgets and timelines. Conduct quality checks and maintain stakeholder communication.
• Maintenance Oversight: Manage all maintenance operations, including inspections, preventative maintenance and energy efficiency initiatives. Implement a 10-year maintenance plan.
• Vendor Management: Select, manage, and evaluate vendors. Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with quality and budget standards.
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance measures, maintain records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Health and Safety: Ensure safety compliance, conduct audits, and maintain safety equipment. Lead the Health and Safety Committee.
• Communications: Maintain open communication with bodies corporate, residents, staff and contractors. Educate on energy conservation and sustainable practices.
• People Management: Coordinate daily activities of maintenance staff, lead recruitment, design training programmes and manage performance evaluations.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Facilities and Assets Management or a related field, or a relevant qualification or a minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• Certifications: Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Facilities Management Professional (FMP).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in facilities and construction management with leadership experience.
• Skills: Proficiency in Facility Management Software and Microsoft Office Suite, advanced knowledge of maintenance planning, excellent problem-solving, 
  decision-making, and communication skills