Maintenance Team Member
(Fin_Main)
Overview
Reference
Fin_Main
Salary
ZAR/month + 0
Job Location
- South Africa -- North West
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
21 November 2025
Closing date
28 Nov 2025 21:59
Dream Hotels & Resorts lives by its 8 core values. Our team is dedicated to being reliable and accountable, fostering empathy to understand others' feelings and collaboratively find solutions, and prioritising sustainability in environmental, financial, and social aspects. Rooted in humanity, trust, dynamism, excellence, and joy, we celebrate diversity, prioritize integrity, embrace creativity, pursue quality, and foster a joyful work environment to connect people with our surroundings and each other. These play a part in our day-to-day decision making & operational requirements.
Job Overview: The role of a Maintenance Co-Lead involves overseeing various aspects of facility management to ensure smooth operations and a safe, functional environment. Overall, the Maintenance Co-Lead plays a critical role in ensuring that facilities are well-managed, maintained, and aligned with the needs of the organization and its stakeholders. By providing leadership, strategic planning, and operational oversight, the Maintenance Co-Lead helps to create a safe, efficient, and productive work environment for employees and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Maintenance Co-Lead partner to develop and implement strategic plans and goals for facility management aligned with the organisation's objectives.
- Team Leadership: Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the facilities team, including technicians, custodians, and administrative staff. Delegate tasks, set priorities, and ensure that team members have the resources they need to perform effectively.
- Facilities Management: Oversee all aspects of facility management, including maintenance, repairs, cleaning, security, and space utilisation. Ensure that facilities are well-maintained, safe, and operational to support organisational needs.
- Budgeting and Financial Management: Develop and manage the facilities budget, including expenses for maintenance, repairs, supplies, and contracted services. Monitor expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure that spending aligns with budgetary constraints.
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers, such as janitorial services, maintenance contractors, and security companies. Negotiate contracts, oversee service agreements, and monitor vendor performance to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Space Planning and Utilization: Evaluate space needs and optimize the layout and utilization of facilities to maximise efficiency and productivity. Coordinate moves, reconfigurations, and renovations as needed to accommodate changing requirements.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure that facilities comply with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards. Conduct regular inspections, implement safety protocols and procedures, and address any hazards or compliance issues promptly.
- Emergency Preparedness and Response: Develop and implement emergency response plans and procedures to address potential crises such as natural disasters, fires, or security threats. Coordinate drills, training, and communication protocols to ensure a prompt and effective response in emergencies.
- Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a point of contact for facility-related inquiries and concerns from internal stakeholders, including employees, management, and departments. Communicate regularly with building occupants to provide updates, gather feedback, and address issues as they arise.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies within the facilities department. Implement best practices, technology solutions, and innovative approaches to enhance facility management and support organizational goals.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation related to facility operations, maintenance activities, budget expenditures, and compliance efforts. Prepare reports and presentations for management to communicate performance metrics, accomplishments, and challenges.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with other departments and cross-functional teams to support organisational initiatives and projects. Work closely with HR, IT, finance, and other departments to address facilities-related needs and requirements.
Theoretical Knowledge:
- Experience in areas such as maintenance, operations, budgeting, and project management is valuable.
- 2-5 years of experience in facilities management, including leadership or supervisory roles. Experience in areas such as maintenance, operations, budgeting, and project management is valuable.
- Proficiency in facilities management software and computer-aided facility management (CAFM) systems is important. Candidates should also have knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and standards governing facilities management.
- Leadership Abilities
- Communication Skills
- Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and cost management is important for developing and managing budgets, tracking expenses, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Problem-Solving Skills
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