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Main purpose / objective of the position:

• Inspection of buildings, management and control of service- and maintenance contractors, management and control of tenant installations and execution of building relevant activities as predetermined by Property
• Manager and Centre Manager

Decision making authority:

• Decisions are based on knowledge of theory and systems. Required to choose from a limited array of systems. Required to choose from a limited array of routines or rules at his / her disposal. Works within a specific prescribed policies and guidelines.

Experience / Education:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Facilities / Operations Management. Minimum qualification Grade 12. Electrical, Mechanical or Construction background and Technical skills would be a recommendation.

Skills required:

• Quality/standards awareness and implementation, Basic contract management, Co-ordination Skills, Business Writing Skills, Financial / Numeracy Skills, Call & Query Analysis, Computer Literacy - MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), Windows NT, Nicor.

Knowledge required:

• In depth knowledge of GPS lease conditions including house rules, knowledge of housekeeping principles, Advanced technical knowledge, knowledge of Company policies and procedures, Administration principles and reporting, Working knowledge of statutory requirements, Knowledge of cost budgeting and control.

Competencies required:

• Customer & Quality focus, Methodical, Teamwork and Co-operation, Problem solving & Decision making, Financial & Business Acumen, Communication (on higher level); Tolerance for Stress, Assertive, Drive and Productivity

Major drivers of work volume:

• Geographical spread of buildings; Grading and complexity of buildings; Tenant and customer profile; Level of Mechanical / Electrical Complexity; Rental Levels; Management complexity & intensity.

Interface / relationships with:

• Internal: Property / Centre Manager, Lease Administrator, Debtors Administrator, Handyman
• External: Contractors, Landlord, Tenants

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What you will bring

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification
• Between 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in Facilities or Operations Management
• Electrical, mechanical, or construction background, as well as technical skills
• Experience in overseeing daily operations and coordinating team efforts.
• Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), as well as business systems such as SAP and MDA.
• Awareness and implementation of quality standards.
• Basic contract management abilities.
• Proven experience in managing and maintaining service level agreements (SLAs) with vendors and service providers.
• Working knowledge and understanding of lease conditions.
• Administration principles and reporting expertise.
• Understanding of cost budgeting and control.
• Working knowledge of statutory requirements, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficiency in basic numeracy skills

What you will be doing

In this role, you will lead efforts in budgeting and expense control, building management and administration, facilities maintenance, and tenant installations. Some of the most important tasks include the following:

• Budgeting and expense control
• Managing and creating purchase orders
• Oversee repairs and emergency and running maintenance
• Co-ordinate aspects such as cleaning and security
• Conduct inspections, example reinstatement, vacancy, building conditions, OHS, etc
• Energy management
• Liaise with internal and external parties on housekeeping matters and address building related queries
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and coordinate Public Liability and Property damage claims.
• Plan and execute planned maintenance
• Manage ad-hoc projects and coordinate tenant installations
• Monitor monthly deviations, seek approvals, and ensure operational compliance