Well established automotive plant based in Durban are seeking a qualified and experienced applicant to join their dynamic team.
Job Purpose:
- To lead, organize, monitor and control Properties related projects.
- To manage on behalf of the landlord all the company owned properties.
- To lead and explore green technologies related to utilities and utilities management.
Reporting to:
• Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Requirements for Applicants Minimum Qualifications:
- Matric or a school leaving certificate
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
Additional Qualifications:
- Building inspector/Property Management certificate Experience:
- At least five years’ experience within a similar role
Key Performance Areas Associated Task Properties:
- Manage the facilities function for the division
- Plan and control expenditure within annual budget (Repairs and Maintenance, Capital Expenditure)
- Ensure that facilities meet all required internal and customer standards
- Ensure compliance to internal procurement and financial standards
- Manage and control the security function for the division.
Energy Efficiency:
- Develop and implement the Energy Efficiency Programme for the division
- Plan, implement and monitor energy saving projects
- Remain abreast of current developments in the Energy Efficiency Industry and use of Green Technologies.
Engineering:
- Facilities and service engineering for the division
- Perform an engineering review service to production/maintenance
- Assist business units with Maintenance Engineering Methodology
- Ensure legal requirements and appointments are fulfilled within organisation
People Management:
- Ensure an enabling climate/culture
- Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives
- Manage contract suppliers in line with budget
- Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility
- Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility
- Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning
- Determine the training needs of the Department
- Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance
- Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
- Ensure discipline is maintained in department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
- Resolve grievances and disputes
