Job Openings Facilities Manager

About the job Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager

Johannesburg (Inner City)

Travel between multiple properties required

Salary: R360,000 – R540,000 per annum

Role Overview

A well-established property portfolio is looking for a Facilities Manager to oversee the full operational management of multiple buildings.

This role is responsible for ensuring that all infrastructure, maintenance, and support services operate efficiently, safely, and in line with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plant & Infrastructure Management

  • Oversee lifts, water systems, electrical systems, CCTV, access control, and more
  • Ensure reliability and preventative maintenance of all equipment

Maintenance Management

  • Manage day-to-day maintenance and preventative maintenance programs
  • Conduct building inspections and ensure quality standards

Unit Readiness

  • Ensure vacant units are prepared for occupation within required timelines
  • Coordinate maintenance, cleaning, and repairs

Soft Services Management

  • Manage security and cleaning service providers
  • Monitor performance and ensure SLA compliance

Team Management

  • Oversee building managers, area managers, and operational staff
  • Ensure consistent operational standards across properties

Procurement & Stock Control

  • Manage procurement of maintenance materials and equipment
  • Ensure stock availability and cost control

Utilities Management

  • Monitor water and electricity usage
  • Ensure accurate billing and identify irregularities

Municipal Queries

  • Handle billing disputes and municipal service issues
  • Liaise with finance and external consultants

Fleet Management

  • Oversee maintenance and usage of company vehicles

Compliance & Risk

  • Ensure Occupational Health & Safety compliance
  • Implement risk mitigation measures

Reporting

  • Provide monthly operational and performance reports

Minimum Requirements

Education

  • Matric
  • Qualification in Facilities Management / Engineering / Property Management (advantageous)

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in facilities management
  • Experience managing high-rise residential buildings
  • Experience managing multiple properties

Technical Knowledge

  • Building infrastructure and maintenance systems
  • Contractor and service provider management
  • Utilities management
  • Health & Safety compliance

Key Attributes

  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong problem-solving ability
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management