Maintenance Manager (P6) (Facilities Management: Central Technical Services)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
- Develop and implement maintenance strategies and plans aligned with the vision of the University of Johannesburg.
- Ability to successfully develop, interpret, and apply policies and regulations in a complex university setting.
- Compile and manage the annual budget related to all preventative maintenance of infrastructure and equipment efficiently and effectively.
- Manage the preventative maintenance function effectively by ensuring reduction in real cost and improvement of facilities.
- Provide maintenance of infrastructure and equipment related input into the Campus Master Plan Steering Committee.
- Develop and update infrastructure and equipment maintenance plans according to the university strategic plan.
- Implement / Manage Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems to assist with Maintenance and Management of infrastructure and equipment.
- Oversee the implementation and the management of maintenance related contractual agreements.
Minimum requirements
- Postgraduate qualification in Mechanical or Electrical (NQF 8) or equivalent is essential.
- Five (5) years' maintenance management experience in a multi-functional environment is essential.
- Five (5) years' people management experience is essential.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Maintenance Management Systems.
- At least three (3) years' computerised maintenance management system experience.
- Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa or other relevant professional body.
- A valid driver's license.
- Excellent written, verbal, listening and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to make complex decisions with high levels of discretion.
- Successful track record building consensus and influencing senior leadership and stakeholders in order to implement new strategies related to maintenance of the infrastructure and equipment.
- Effective customer service, people management and team leadership skills.
- Excellent computer skills i.e. Microsoft or Excel
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of current and relevant preventative maintenance methodologies
- Masters degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial)
- Advanced qualification / certification in Maintenance Management.
- Government Certificate of Competence.
- A working knowledge of facilities management software systems with regard to management and maintenance of infrastructure and infrastructure related assets.
- Managing and operating within the Facilities Management/Technical Services
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
