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National Facilities Manager: Industrial Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Afrizan Personnel

Job Description

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced National Facilities Manager:
Industrial to drive the strategic management, maintenance, compliance, and operational performance of facilities across multiple regions. This role is suited to a high-performing professional who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on operational excellence while ensuring assets are proactively managed throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

  • The successful candidate will take ownership of national facilities management operations, including proactive maintenance planning, project management, service contract negotiations, CAPEX and OPEX budget oversight, compliance management, and sustainability initiatives.
  • The role will also focus on leading Facilities Management teams, strengthening stakeholder relationships, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving service delivery excellence across all sites.
  • The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in facilities and project management within industrial environments, combined with strong financial acumen, technical expertise, and leadership capability.
  • A solid understanding of building systems, mechanical and electrical infrastructure, OHS legislation, SLA management, and asset lifecycle planning is essential.
  • Candidates should possess excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to deliver results in high-pressure environments.
  • Requirements:

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Facilities Management, including at least 5 years at senior management level.
  • Proven experience in end-to-end Facilities and Project Management.
  • Strong knowledge of OHS legislation, statutory compliance, and building systems.
  • Experience managing budgets, service providers, SLA performance, and operational risk.
  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
  • Artisan trade qualification and ECSA membership advantageous.
  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
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    Title: National Facilities Manager: Industrial

    Company: Afrizan Personnel

    Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

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