Facility Manager - Tongaat, KZN

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Overview Boxer Superstores is seeking an experienced and motivated Facility Manager for its Distribution Centre in Tongaat, KZN. This role is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and overall management of the facility. The successful candidate will ensure the site is safe, secure, efficient, and compliant with all regulatory and operational standards. The position involves managing critical systems, coordinating safety and security operations, optimizing space usage, and ensuring the smooth running of the facility, contributing to one of South Africa’s leading retail brands. What you will do * Manage the upkeep of critical systems such as generators, firefighting equipment, roller doors, dock levelers, plumbing, electric fences, cameras, and DC fleet. * Ensure the site’s infrastructure is well-maintained, including warehouse barriers, racking, air conditioning units, and other key facilities. * Conduct regular inspections, prioritize maintenance issues, and work on cost-effective solutions. * Oversee space planning and optimization to ensure the facility runs efficiently. * Oversee the daily operation of safety and security protocols to protect the warehouse, assets, and staff. * Monitor and review CCTV footage, investigate incidents, and manage suspicious behavior reports. * Collaborate with security teams, report on incidents, and compile regular reports from the security occurrence book (OB). * Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) standards, ensuring a safe working environment. * Coordinate crisis management activities when necessary. * Manage relationships with external contractors and vendors for facility-related services. * Negotiate contracts and manage budgets related to facility maintenance and operations. * Ensure efficient management of maintenance costs and overall facility expenses. * Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring costs remain within the approved limits. * Track maintenance spending and identify cost-saving opportunities. * Lead and develop the maintenance and security teams, ensuring they have the skills and resources to perform their roles effectively. * Ensure continuous training and development of team members to stay updated on best practices in maintenance, safety, and security. Requirements (from the original advert) * Grade 12 * 3 year degree in facilities management, Industrial Engineering or a related field. * 3-5 years relevant experience preferably in a distribution or logistics environment (Essential). * Strong knowledge of safety regulations, building costs and maintenance costs. * Proven ability to manage budgets and negotiate with vendors. * Excellent leadership, organisational and problem solving skills. Who should apply An experienced, motivated, proactive, and solution-driven professional with a passion for safety, security, and facility management. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/facility-manager-tongaat-kzn-boxer-superstores-1 Source: myjobmag

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