Facilities Manager – Student Accommodation

About the role

A leading student accommodation property group is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to join its team in Pretoria. The role is responsible for overseeing facilities management, technical compliance, maintenance and asset management across the property portfolio, providing technical support to Property Management and Maintenance teams.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee preventative and lifecycle maintenance programmes and major refurbishment projects.
• Manage CAPEX and OPEX budget planning, approvals, execution and monthly forecasts.
• Develop and maintain three‑year maintenance plans and asset registers.
• Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, SANS regulations, building codes and fire safety requirements.
• Liaise with contractors, vendors and internal teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification in Facilities, Construction, Property or Operations Management.
• 8–10 years Facilities Management experience in property management, including 3–5 years people‑management.
• 3–5 years project‑management experience and 5–8 years operations management.
• Strong knowledge of South African legislation, OHS regulations, building codes and SANS standards.
• Financial management and budgeting expertise.

Required skills

• Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency.
• Budgeting and financial management.
• Project management principles.