Assistant Facility Manager

About the role

AVBOB is seeking a highly motivated and resilient individual to join the Preparation Centre in Pretoria West as an Assistant Facility Manager. You will support the delivery of dignified and safe funeral preparation services while ensuring compliance with organisational standards and statutory regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate administrative workflows, prioritise tasks and allocate workload to support facility operations.
• Validate operational documents for accuracy and completeness, ensuring audit‑ready records.
• Standardise routine procedures and document process improvements for consistent outcomes.
• Align funeral service schedules with resource needs and SOPs to achieve efficient service delivery.
• Assist with client escalations, recommend corrective actions and monitor implementation.
• Lead administrative staff by assigning roles, monitoring performance and identifying training needs.
• Conduct health and safety inspections and report risks to maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage fleet compliance by reviewing trip sheets, monitoring asset utilisation and ensuring daily system uploads.
• Oversee mortuary preparation, verify identification protocols and ensure dignified handling of loved ones.
• Coordinate cremation handovers and direct loved‑one collection operations, maintaining chain‑of‑custody compliance.

Required profile

• Strong administrative and resource‑management abilities.
• Resilience and passion for delivering high‑quality service.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work within statutory frameworks.
• Leadership capability to guide and develop administrative staff.
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a well‑established, 100‑year‑old organisation with strong values.
• Focus on employee development and performance‑based rewards.
• Supportive environment that encourages professional growth.