A Vacancy exist for:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
All Inclusive Salary package (R): R741 084.25
Benefits: The successful candidate will qualify for a 13th cheque, housing, medical aid and pension allowance in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
Objective: A vacancy for a Deputy Director exists within the Directorate: Finance and Administration. The person will be required to manage the provision of an efficient facilities management service to SAQA in accordance with policy, procedure and safety standards as legislated. Furthermore the person must lead the ongoing development and implementation of improved facilities, and physical security systems and processes.
Requirements are: |
The most eligible candidate should have an appropriate Bachelors degree (NQF level 7) or equivalent in a field related to the job. A further pre-requisite is five (5) years experience in the management of facilities, of which at least three (3) years is at management and/ or supervisory level. Extensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993). The PFMA, and other relevant Treasury Regulations and policies and procedures related to contract management are prerequisites. An advantage would be registration as a health and safety officer and/or certification as a first-aider. Knowledge of the National Building Regulations, Building Standards Acts and amendments and Built Environment would be an added advantage. The person must be computer literate and able to do calculations when required. The candidate must also demonstrate the following skills and attributes: problem solving, time management, project management, attention to detail, solutions driven, excellent communication (verbal and written), report writing, customer centric oriented, ability to elicit high performance from a pressured environment and facilitation skills. Characteristics of a transformational leader with clear vision and focused action would position the candidate favourably. |
Duties : |
The main duties of this position are to: Development and Implementation of Facilities Management Strategy: - Develop an organisation-wide facilities management strategy - Develop, review and update office accommodation, vehicle management, physical security and document management(specifically printing and distributing of committee and board documents) policies, procedures and systems for implementation across the organisation - Keep abreast of developments in the field of Facilities Management and communicate updates and trends to management Office Accommodation Management: - Prepare the Office Accommodation schedule from the MTEF period (3 to 5 years) - Develop norms and standards for office accommodation - Oversee the procurement of office accommodation Security, Contract and Risk Management: - Consider recommendations and manage the relationship with tenants as well as the physical changes to be made to the building with regards to security (i.e. alarms, monitors, metal detectors, x-ray machines, etc.). - Manage all risks within Facilities and ensure that there are contingency plans in place. Human Resources and Financial Management: - Manage Facilities staff, which includes training, guidance, and overall performance management. - Manage the Facilities budget in line with SAQA policies and all applicable regulations |
Closing On: 2019-03-01
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.
SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.