
Facilities Manager
- Midrand, Johannesburg
- R15,000-20,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Client-Centric Facilities Management:
- Champion a consistent and high-quality client experience across all facilities.
- Ensure all client-facing spaces reflect the organisation’s brand and are optimised for comfort, functionality, and engagement.
- Facilities Operations Oversight
- Oversee daily operations including electrical, plumbing, HVAC (Heatin, Ventilation and Air Conditing), fire safety, lifts, and general building systems.
- Supervise maintenance schedules, preventative actions, and SLA-driven service delivery.
- People Management
- Manage general workers, receptionists, concierge staff, and maintenance teams.
- Drive performance, allocate responsibilities, and develop team capability aligned with service culture.
- Strategic Space and Infrastructure Planning:
- Lead space planning, renovations, and layout design to support operational efficiency and future business needs.
- Security & Access Control
- Oversee site security systems, personnel, and access protocols.
- Facilities Operations Over sight:
- Oversee maintenance, security, cleaning, and reception services across all properties.
- Implement service level agreements (SLAs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for seamless delivery.
- Health, Safety and Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to all statutory and regulatory requirements (e.g., OHS, fire safety, building codes).
- Lead risk assessments, compliance audits, and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
- Technology Integration and Smart Building Solutions:
- Drive the adoption of facilities technologies such as Building Management Systems (BMS), digital visitor management systems, and space utilisation tools.
- Vendor and Contract Management:
- Manage third-party service providers through performance tracking, SLA adherence, and contract optimisation.
- Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship:
- Implement green building initiatives (e.g., energy-saving systems, water conservation, waste management). Report on environmental impact metrics and drive continuous improvement.
- Budgeting and Financial Oversight:
- Develop, manage, and monitor the facilities budget, ensuring cost efficiency and value for money.
- Stakeholder and Executive Engagement:
- Serve as the key facilities liaison to the GCEO and executive leadership. Present reports, risk updates, and capital investment proposals for infrastructure and workspace enhancements.
- Emergency and Business Continuity Preparedness:
- Ensure the development and testing of emergency response and evacuation plans. Facilitate business continuity planning in relation to facilities disruptions or disasters.
- Client Experience Facility Strategy:
- Strategic roadmap focused on delivering an exceptional client-facing environment.
- Monthly Facilities Performance Reports:
- Data on service uptime, client satisfaction, space usage, safety incidents, and maintenance turnaround.
- Facilities Risk and Compliance Register:
- Comprehensive documentation of risks, compliance gaps, audit findings, and mitigation measures.
- Vendor and SLA Performance Reports:
- Periodic scorecards showing service quality, responsiveness, and contractual compliance.
- Energy and Sustainability Reports:
- Energy usage dashboards, waste metrics, green building assessments, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Facilities Budget and Financial Reports:
- Monthly forecasts, actuals, variance analysis, and cost optimisation plans.
- Capital Project Plans and Execution Reports:
- Scopes of work, schedules, and progress for renovations, upgrades, or infrastructure development.
- Workplace Utilisation and Space Planning Outputs:
- Visual heatmaps, desk-to-employee ratios, meeting room usage analytics, and future space plans.
- Emergency Preparedness and Safety Documentation:
- Up-to-date policies, evacuation drills, compliance training records, and incident reports.
- Integrated Facilities Management (IFM): Ability to manage multiple services, contracts, and touchpoints efficiently.
- Client Experience Strategy: Knowledge of designing and optimising environments to enhance the emotional and functional experience of clients.
- OHS & Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of workplace health and safety legislation and industry best practices.
- Facilities Technology Management: Proficiency with smart building systems, digital dashboards, and infrastructure tools (e.g., CAFM, IWMS, BMS).
- Contract and Vendor Management: Strong skills in service-level contracting, performance tracking, and commercial negotiations.
- Budgeting and Financial Acumen: Experience in managing OPEX and CAPEX budgets related to infrastructure and services.
- Client Orientation: Prioritises the client experience across all interactions and environments.
- Strategic Thinking: Develops long-term plans that align with platform growth and organisational goals.
- Operational Agility: Responds quickly to issues and adapts facilities to changing requirements.
- Leadership and Team Collaboration: Inspires cross-functional teams and coordinates efforts across departments.
- Problem Solving and Decision-Making: Applies logic, experience, and judgement to resolve operational and technical challenges.
- Communication and Influence: Presents ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive audiences.
- Data-Driven Facilities Decision-Making: Leverages occupancy analytics, cost data, and dashboards for planning and optimisation.
- Digital Fluency in Smart Buildings: Uses platforms to enable remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and service automation.
- Automation and Integration: Familiarity with automated work orders, digital signage, touchless access, and occupancy sensors.
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Understands risks associated with IoT-enabled infrastructure and aligns with corporate IT standards.
- Grade 12
- Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Property Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Postgraduate qualification in Business, Operations Management, or Client Experience
- 8+ years in facilities or infrastructure management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role focused on client-facing environments.
- IFMA, FMP, or CFM (Facilities Management Professional certifications)
- OHS and Safety Compliance Certifications (e.g., ISO 45001, NOSA)
- Strategic influence on the design and operation of client-facing environments
- Authority to oversee facilities management policies, budgets, and service-level decisions
- Responsibility for facilities-related compliance, risk mitigation, and client experience outcomes
- Reports directly to the GCEO with high-level visibility across the organisation
- Group Executive Office
- Corporate Services and Operations
- Risk, Legal, and Compliance
- HR, IT, and Security Teams.
- Business units and platform teams
- Facilities service providers and contractors
- Regulatory and safety authorities
- Real estate partners and property managers
- Clients and third-party visitors
- High client satisfaction and Net Promoter Scores (NPS) related to facilities
- Facilities uptime and operational efficiency metrics
- Audit and regulatory compliance outcomes
- Cost control and adherence to facilities budget
- Effective implementation of sustainability and smart building initiatives
- Positive feedback from executive stakeholders and business units
- This role requires a combination of strategic vision and operational excellence to manage a multi-site facilities environment within a dynamic, platform-driven enterprise.
- The Manager: Facilities (Client Experience) must demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills to influence cross-functional teams and external service providers.
- The incumbent should have the ability to operate under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and deliver against tight deadlines in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
- Occasional travel may be required to inspect regional facilities, engage with service providers, and participate in platform expansion or refurbishment projects.
- The role contributes significantly to organisational culture by ensuring that workspaces foster productivity, collaboration, and a positive client and employee experience.
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