Tuesday, 16 July 2013

GROUP FACILITIES MANAGER in Maritime Sector



Reports To: Managing Director
Job Summary
  • Responsible for the management of services and processes that supports the core business of the organization. Focus is on using best business practices to improve efficiency, by reducing operating costs while increasing productivity Involved in both strategic planning and day-to-day operations particularly relating to buildings, equipment and premises
 Job Purpose
  • Responsible for all maintenance and general up keep of the working environment, Areas of responsibility include, but not limited to, utilities and communications Infrastructure, building and grounds maintenance, plumbing and electrical works as well as space management.
Responsibilities
  • Directs and plans essential central services such as maintenance of buildings, plumbing systems, electrical systems, communications systems, alarm systems, landscaping and parking areas, waste and scrap disposal.
  • Supervises shop operations including a variety of scheduled equipment set-up activities, preventive and routine maintenance activities.
  •  Prepares budgets and work scope for contracted maintenance activities
  •  Plans for future development in line with strategic business objectives
  •  Manages and leads change to ensure minimal disruption to core activities.
  • Responds appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise
  •  Develops and administers management reporting systems
  •  Plans best allocation and utilization of space and resources for new buildings; or reorganizing current buildings.
  • Delivers reports on operational effectiveness and service levels to top management.
  •  Co-ordinates fleet and facility maintenance programs
 Knowledge/Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skin and/or ability required:
  • Comprehensive knowledge of equipment and facility maintenance programs and procedures
  •  Knowledge of safely principles and practices
  •  Knowledge of the budget process
  • Ability to plan, organize and delegate work to achieve desired results
  •  Ability to identify and recognize unsafe conditions or work practices
  •  Ability to exercise judgments and make decisions
  •  Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
  • Ability to write reports and articles using original or innovative techniques.
  • Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups and/or board of directors.
Requirements
  • University level and experience in a management role (Masters degree or MBA will be an added advantage)
  • Minimum of 7 years experience is required
  • Must have strong negotiation skills
  •  Must have good knowledge of the Industrial Market, Maintenance and Safety Technology
  •  Must be good at organizing and managing priorities
  •  Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Must be motivated and committed
  •  Must be reliable and trustworthy. Ability to understand and solve complex problems

Remuneration
  • Remuneration attached to each position is attractive and competitive with the existing terms in the industry Application Deadline: All application must be received latest, four (4) weeks from the date of publication

Method of Application
If you meet the requirements for the above positions, apply with copies of your curriculum Vitae (CV) - not more than two pages to the appropriate e-mail address as stated below: facilitiesmanager@hotmail.com (Applying for Facilities Manager)


Closing Date: 08/08/2013