Director: Facilities Management

About the role

The Government Printing Works (GPW) in Pretoria is recruiting a Director: Facilities Management (reference GPW 26/05) to lead the Facilities Management directorate. The role covers property management, maintenance, office services, accommodation, waste disposal, cleaning, parking and fleet management, including the development and implementation of related strategies, procedures and plans. The advertised salary is R1,317,384 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive.

Key responsibilities

• Manage property management and maintenance services, and develop and implement a Facilities Management Maintenance Plan or Improvement Programme.
• Oversee the contract management portfolio and review stakeholder Service Level Agreements.
• Manage office allocation, maintenance, refurbishment and renovation, and coordinate lease agreements with landlords.
• Plan accommodation allocation, monitor compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards, and interpret the property portfolio.
• Oversee waste disposal, cleaning, parking and fleet management, and develop transport management guidelines.
• Ensure regular facility inspections, recommend preventative maintenance, and keep records of parking allocations.
• Develop and implement the Facilities Management strategy, policies, procedures and systems, and the directorate's operational plan.
• Allocate and manage resources, conduct financial planning within the allocated budget, and monitor, evaluate and report on directorate performance.

Required profile

• Grade 12 plus a degree (NQF 7) in Build Environment, Property Management, Facilities Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience at middle or senior level (e.g. Deputy Director) in a facilities management setting.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework.
• Valid driver's licence; willingness to travel and availability for extended working hours.
• A Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical (M&E), risk, planning, compliance and management methodologies.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management.