Facilities Specialist I at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Purpose:

• The holder of this position will be encouraged to perform reactive and preventative maintenance tasks within the timeframes agreed on all buildings, electrical, electronic systems, cold chain equipment, HVAC systems and applicable internal IT systems, at acceptable quality standards and in compliance with legislation.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of major renovations to interior/exterior surfaces, fixtures and fittings on buildings through contractors.
• Monitor, lead and maintenance of critical plant and equipment e.g. UPS, generators, fridges, Freezers, temperature monitoring, CCTV, HVAC, fire alert and IT systems etc.
• Assist / coordinate Group Facilities building projects e.g. office moves, office fit outs, infrastructure installations and escorting of vendors etc.
• Attend to the completion of procedural/ instructional/ transactional forms/ documentation including daily, weekly and monthly health checks on equipment.
• Assist in the resolution of IT queries, desktop support and installations.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance of property including but not limited to: painting, general maintenance and repairs including doors, windows, locks, and Coordination of site maintenance e.g. parking & garden areas
• Record data for fault diagnosis, corrective and preventative maintenance and condition monitoring.
• Identify all maintenance concerns, and provide the Line Manager with regular written and/or verbal feedback.
• Respond to emergency calls as per facility emergency requirements.
• Perform standby duties as first responder in case of emergencies.
• Coordinate site maintenance e.g. parking & garden areas
• Conduct OHS inspections.

Education / Experience Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12.
• Formal trade qualification will be an advantage.

Crucial Skills and Attributes:

• A hands-on individual who can operate independently and with minimum supervision
• An analytical problem solver, able to connect with staff in a clear and proactive manner
• Technical and mechanical minded
• Ability to provide a prompt internal service when required, in accordance with company requirements.
• Dedicated to meet project plan objectives in set timelines
• Detailed orientated
• Well-spoken and presentable
• Results driven individual