Facilities Officer

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Facilities Officer (Reference No: EMC1/29/26) within the Department of Higher Education and Training, based at Head Office. The position offers a salary of R338,106 to R398,277 per annum (Level 07), plus benefits, and focuses on the management and maintenance of physical facilities and resources. **What you will do** * Assist in compilation of maintenance plan for all college physical resources. * Coordinate maintenance projects undertaken by internal employees as well as contractors. * Keep the inventory of all buildings and equipment. * Monitor the optimal utilization of facilities, including the rental of College buildings and facilities. * Assist in Identifying the need for new buildings and facilities. * Assist in performing regular schedule building inspection. * Provide advice and guidance to the campus manager building maintenance. * Draft code of conduct for residence occupants. * Develop and implement policy regarding effective residence management of the college. * Assist in the Implementation of policy regarding security, health and safety matters. * Provision of advice and guidance on the appointment of security contractors. * Provision of administrative services on the appointment of security contractors. * Provide advice and guidance to campus manager regarding security and safety matters. * Assist with the compliance of health and safety standards. * Render effective support on the development and implementation of policy regarding the management of residences of the college. * Render support on the development and a residence management system. * Develop a code of conduct residence occupants. * Provide advice and guidance to staff at residences. * Assist in discipline compliance of all residence students and residence staff. * Assist in the Compilation of maintenance plan regarding machinery, tools and equipment. * Assist in ensuring the implementation of the maintenance plan in line with college policy guidelines. * Monitor and maintain the machinery, tools and equipment of the college. * Make recommendations regarding the purchase of new machinery, tools and equipment. * Compile maintenance plan regarding building and terrain. * Keep inventory of all buildings and equipment. * Control maintenance projects undertaken by own staff as well as by contracts. * Management of human, physical and financial resources: Render staff Management. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric or equivalent plus a recognized National Diploma in Facilities Management / related engineering qualification (NQF6). * Valid driver’s license. * OHS certificate and Project management will be an added advantage. * 2-5 years’ experience in physical facilities management and security management environment or related field. * A valid Driver’s License. * Competencies: * Knowledge of property evaluation methodology. * Knowledge of lease agreement negotiations and BBBE procedure. * Knowledge of OHSAS 18001 and of project Management. * Knowledge of Treasury and PFMA Regulations. * Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and services procedures. * Knowledge of building maintenance. * Knowledge and understating of legislative framework governing the Public Services. * Monitoring and evaluation. * Knowledge of Department of Higher Education mandate. * Knowledge of OHSA and fire codes. * Skills: * Planning and organizing. * Communication (Good verbal and written). * Computer Literacy. * Conflict management skills. * Customer care services. * Report writing. * Strong pro-active management skills. * Budgeting skills. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this Facilities Officer position is an individual with a National Diploma (NQF6) in Facilities Management or a related engineering field, coupled with 2-5 years of experience in physical facilities and security management. They must possess a valid driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates with OHS and Project Management certificates. Applicants should demonstrate strong knowledge across various areas including property evaluation, lease negotiations, OHSAS 18001, project management, public service legislative frameworks, Treasury and PFMA Regulations, vehicle and building maintenance, and the Department of Higher Education's mandate. Essential skills include planning, organizing, communication, computer literacy, conflict management, customer care, report writing, proactive management, and budgeting. The role requires someone capable of assisting with maintenance plans, coordinating projects, managing inventory, optimizing facility use, developing policies for residences and security, ensuring health and safety compliance, and providing expert guidance. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-emc1-29-26 Source: govpage

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• At least 2 years of experience.

• Project management
• Customer service

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