Facilities Manager

SUMMARY:
Our Client is looking for a  Facilities Manager to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Area/Location: Franschhoek, Cape Town

Job Description:

This role is ideal for an efficient, solution-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment and is passionate about exceptional service while ensuring a high level of operational delivery. The successful candidate will be an experienced Facilities/Maintenance Manager responsible for overseeing the planning, functioning, and performance of the department across multiple sites. This includes people management, strategic planning, and reporting responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric Certificate
• Tertiary qualification in Facilities/Maintenance/Engineering or related field (beneficial)
• Valid Driver’s license
• Candidates residing in Franschhoek and surrounds (advantageous)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Facilities/Maintenance Manager
• Experience in hotel or property maintenance (advantageous)
• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong planning, process excellence, and service delivery skills
• Experience with CAPEX & Operational budgeting
• Expertise in preventative maintenance planning and execution
• Attention to detail with innovative ideas for improvement
• Ability to build and lead high-performance teams and collaborate across departments
• Proven experience managing large teams

• Oversee, manage, and maintain all maintenance areas to meet hotel operational requirements
• Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance schedules for hotel equipment and vehicles
• Collaborate closely with Hotel Managers, Group Operational Manager, and Department Heads to ensure timely resolution of maintenance requests with excellent record-keeping and efficient feedback
• Develop a preventative maintenance program compliant with warranties, safety legislation, and industry best practices
• Ensure safe and secure usage of all equipment
• Train, guide, and develop staff in required skills
• Minimize downtime by ensuring malfunctioning equipment is repaired promptly
• Maintain adequate stock levels of frequently used equipment and supplies
• Keep thorough records of inspections, stock control, and purchasing activities
• Obtain competitive price quotes from reliable suppliers and build a base of approved service providers
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, including purchases for machinery or CAPEX items, and manage labour and material costs
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety standards

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