About the Role
The Government Printing Works (GPW) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director: Facilities Management to oversee essential property and facilities services in Pretoria, South Africa. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring that the GPW operates efficiently, with well-maintained facilities that support its vital functions in public service. The Director will help shape the work environment, enhance stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the overall mission of the GPW, serving the public with excellence and integrity.
As the Director, you will manage the provision of property management and maintenance services, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while optimizing the use of resources. Your leadership will directly impact the quality of services provided to both internal and external stakeholders. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a significant contribution to your community and the nation through effective management of government facilities.
About the Department
The Government Printing Works is responsible for the production and distribution of government publications, including official documents and publications for various departments within the South African government. With a mandate to ensure transparency, accountability, and accessibility of government information, the GPW plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of public service. Working here means being part of a committed team dedicated to serving the needs of the public and enhancing the functionality of government operations.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the provisioning of property management services, including maintenance and refurbishment projects.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Facilities Management Maintenance Plan or Improvement Program for GPW.
- Oversee contract management and ensure adherence to service level agreements with stakeholders and service providers.
- Coordinate office allocation, maintenance, and compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
- Manage waste disposal, cleaning, parking, and fleet management services, ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Develop and implement departmental strategies, processes, and procedures related to facility management.
- Monitor and report on the performance of the Directorate, ensuring alignment with policy and statutory directives.
- Conduct financial planning and manage the operational budget for the Directorate.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate plus a degree (NQF 7) in the built environment, property management, facilities management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a middle to senior management role within a facilities management environment.
- Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework and relevant compliance methodologies.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with various management levels.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
A Grade 12 plus Degree (equivalent to NQF 7 qualification as recognised by SAQA) in Build environment/ Property Management/Facilities Management or related field.Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) an added advantage.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior level (Deputy Director) in Facilities Management environment.
Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework.
Extensive knowledge of M&E, risk, planning, compliance and management methodologies and practices.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Extended working hours may be required.
Willingness to travel.
A Valid Driver’s licence.
Job Duties
Manage the provisioning of property management services: Manage the provisioning of property maintenance services.Manage the development and implementation of a Facilities Management Maintenance Plan or Improvement Programme for the GPW.
Oversee the contract management portfolio and ensure the implementation of clear guidelines and specifications for execution.
Manage the review of stakeholder’s Service Level Agreements to improve internal and external relationships with stakeholders’/service providers.
Manage office allocation, maintenance, refurbishment and renovation in GPW.
Coordinate the management of lease agreements between the GPW and the Landlords.
Manage the rendering of office services: Manage the process of planning the allocation of accommodation utilisation and monitor the compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
Manage the interpretation of the property portfolio and influence the internal environment through appropriate accommodation management and utilisation.
Oversee waste disposal, cleaning, parking and fleet management services: Manage the development and implementation of transport management guidelines.
Ensure the periodical inspection of facilities are accurate, advice and recommend on 83 preventative maintenance measures needed.
Manage the provisioning of overall cleaning services.
Ensure safety and compliance of accommodation regulations are in line with the risk management framework.
Manage waste disposal and keep a record of the allocation of parking space in the Department.
Ensure the proper utilisation and maintenance of departmental vehicles.
Oversee the development, maintenance and implementation of the departmental strategies, processes and procedures pertaining to facility management: Manage and monitor the development of Facilities Management Strategy.
Manage the development and implementation of relevant processes, procedures and systems to comply with legislative requirements in the resource optimisation environment.
Manage the Directorate: Develop the operational plan for the Directorate and ensure its implementation.
Allocate and manage resources at functional levels to ensure delivery on set targets for the Directorate.
Formulate and identify Policy shortfalls and necessary amendments.
Conduct financial planning and account for the allocated budget.
Ensure adherence to policy and statutory directives relevant to the functional terrain of the Directorate.
Monitor, evaluate and report on the performance of the Directorate.
