Depot Manager - Facilities Management

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of a Depot Manager in Facilities Management for The City of Cape Town. The position involves coordinating and managing various aspects of depot operations, resource planning, financial oversight, personnel supervision, and contract administration within the Facilities Management portfolio. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * **Depot and Worksite Management:** Co-ordinating tasks/activities associated with the implementation of procedures, including monitoring and reporting. * **Resource Planning and Control:** Planning, prioritising, and scheduling Project, Maintenance, and Refurbishment work for the Portfolio. * Monitoring and evaluating progress with regards to repair, construction, installation, and maintenance type work for the Portfolio. * **Financial Management:** Developing and managing comprehensive budgets aligned with the Department's goals and objectives. * **Supervision and Control:** Co-ordinating and controlling tasks/activities associated with controlling Personnel Performance and productivity. * **Tender and Contract Management:** Management and Administration of contracts, tenders, and Service Level Agreements, including performing BSC and BEC functions. * Performing specific administrative tasks/activities associated with the updating and maintaining records/information related to the activities/operations, including Project and Refurbishment work within the Portfolio. * Assuming responsibility for the management of all immovable and movable assets within the area of control of the Portfolio. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * B Eng, BSc Eng or B Tech Mechanical or Electrical qualification * Professional Engineering Technologist or Professional Engineer with ECSA * The incumbent must be eligible for appointment in terms of the General Machinery Regulations GMR under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and fulfil the responsibilities associated with such appointment where applicable * 5 - 8 years relevant experience * Computer literacy MS Office * Proven supervisory skills * A valid Code 08 driver’s licence **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should possess a B Eng, BSc Eng, or B Tech qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, be registered as a Professional Engineering Technologist or Professional Engineer with ECSA, and be eligible for appointment under the General Machinery Regulations (GMR) of the OHS Act. They should have 5-8 years of relevant experience, be proficient in MS Office, demonstrate proven supervisory skills, and hold a valid Code 08 driver’s licence. The role requires individuals capable of managing depot operations, planning resources, overseeing finances, supervising personnel, and handling contracts and administrative tasks within a facilities management context. **Deadline** 26.10.2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/depot-manager-facilities-management-city-of-cape-town Source: myjobmag

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• Health and safety (OHS)
• Driver's licence

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