Assistant Manager - Facilities

Role Purpose

• Ensure uninterrupted business operations through a safe and efficient facility environment.
• Manage a site team and lead day-to-day maintenance, proactively manage technical operations, and support lifecycle management of equipment.
• Oversee audits, enforce health & safety standards, guide utilities management, and contribute to continuous improvement across services and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence & Maintenance
• Oversee planned, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance consistent with SLAs
• Identify, assess, and resolve facility risks and equipment faults proactively Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Implement and maintain HSE, quality, and risk management systems in line with company standards
• Initiate process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness, energy efficiency, and cost savings Team & Project Leadership
• Supervise and mentor technical team, including scheduling, performance feedback, and development
• Assist with or lead small-scale technical projects, ensuring timely and cost-efficient delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
• Serve as the communication hub, coordinating daily operations and handling supplier relationships.
• • Prepare weekly and monthly technical reports for leadership and facilitate regular team and supplier meetings.Manage technical assets’ lifecycle to maximize equipment lifespan and compliance.
• Oversee utilities usage, monitoring, and cost-control initiatives.Availability & Response
• Be available for standby duty and overtime when required.• Respond promptly to emergencies affecting site operations.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

Matric Grade 12

• Qualified Electrician
• Minimum N2 or equivalent
• At least 5 years’ experience preferably in a Facilities environment and in a similar role.
• Driver’s License and own transport
• Own cellphone• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, outlook etc.Preferred
• Facilities Management background
• Testing electrical installations
• HVAC systems
• Report writing
• Vendor contract management
• Staff management (HR basic functions)