Job Description
About the Role
As a Facility Manager at Virgin Active South Africa Pty Ltd, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the maintenance of our facilities and contributing to our purpose of inspiring people to live active lives. You will be responsible for the preventative and reactive maintenance within your club, working closely with the Maintenance team to ensure exceptional member experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete preventative maintenance activities on out-of-warranty fitness equipment, swimming pool/spa systems, heating ventilation air conditioning systems (HVAC), hot and cold-water systems, and all building preventative maintenance tasks.
- Respond to all emergency repairs and escalate any issues that cannot be resolved to the Club General Manager and Regional Facility Manager.
- Ensure the Maintenance Operator or Maintenance Technician onsite is continually upskilled to complete their responsibilities.
- Discuss contractor requests with the Club General Manager and Regional Facility Manager before requesting a purchase order.
- Fulfil duties which covers Health and Safety processes and checks required to maintain H&S compliance within the club.
- Communicate guidelines regarding the understanding of and adherence to the health & safety policy.
- Ensure that all documents regarding the health and safety policy are filed regularly and the cabinet and its contents are kept up to date.
- Communicate operating standards to the relevant staff through their heads of departments and ensure they remain updated.
- Monitor and improve work standards, security, and safety in all areas of the facility.
- Conduct Health and Safety Audits as directed by the business.
- Manage all utility consumption within the club and investigate and resolve high water and electricity consumption.
- Address state-of-repair Brand Standards concerns in a timely manner.
- Assist the Club General Manager with managing budgets to ensure they are not exceeded, including Maintenance Premises, Physical Plant, Pools, Water Hygiene, Maintenance Grounds, Consumables, and Health and Safety Society Expenses.
- Facilitate a healthy team environment as your HOD role and assist club teams as and where required.
Requirements
- Matric (NSC) qualification
- Advanced relevant Technical qualification
- Passion for maintenance and brand standards within clubs
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2-3 years proven maintenance experience
- Hands-on experience of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, plant equipment
- Understanding of the importance of H&S
- Proven Experience in working independently
How to Apply
Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.
About Facilities / maintenance Jobs in Gauteng
In Gauteng, the facilities and maintenance industry is a significant sector, contributing to the province’s economic growth. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities across various industries, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and healthcare. Generally, these roles involve maintaining and managing physical infrastructure, equipment, and services to ensure smooth operations.
Salaries for facilities and maintenance professionals in Gauteng can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salary ranges between R400 000 and R600 000 per annum, while senior roles can command salaries above R1 million or even upwards of R2 million per annum. However, it’s essential to note that these are broad estimates and actual salaries may differ.
Common skills required for facilities and maintenance professionals in Gauteng include proficiency in manual handling, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trades; experience with building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS); strong problem-solving and analytical skills; attention to detail and ability to work independently; and effective communication skills. Typically, candidates with relevant trade qualifications or diplomas are preferred, although some positions may require a degree in a related field.
Many industries in Gauteng employ facilities and maintenance professionals, including financial services companies, technology firms, manufacturing plants, hospitals, and schools. The demand for skilled personnel is high due to the ongoing need for maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of physical infrastructure and equipment.
Career development opportunities are available within this sector, with many organizations offering training programs, apprenticeships, and mentorship schemes to develop skills and advance careers. Typically, professionals in facilities and maintenance roles can move into supervisory or management positions, or pursue specialized roles such as facilities management, project coordination, or operations management. With experience, they may also transition into related fields like construction management or engineering.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
GO APPLY NOW
Safe & secure application process
Explore More Opportunities
Get Similar Job Alerts
Job Seeker Tip
Check your social media privacy settings and ensure public content is professional.
How to Apply
Click “GO APPLY NOW” to visit the company’s application page.
Follow their instructions carefully.
JVR Jobs connects you with employers – we don’t process applications directly.
Latest Job Opportunities
Durban: Senior HVAC Technician posted by Communicate Finance
Job Description:Inspection of HVAC, Refrigeration, pump systemsPerform preventative maintenanceRepairs and fault find on various systemsWork closely with...
View JobSandton: HR Specialist posted by Hire Resolve
A leading company in the investment and financial industry is seeking a HR Specialist to join their company in Sandton,…
View JobDurban: Regional Operations Manager posted by IntelliStaff
Location: Kwazulu Natal ScopeThis position is responsible for the management of operational, financial, administrative, and customer relations activities in...
View JobGermiston: HVAC Project Manager & Sales Rep posted by Hire Resolve
A leading air conditioning company that manufactures, designs and installs HVAC systems is seeking a HVAC Project Manager & Sales…
View JobJohannesburg: General Manager posted by Hire Resolve
A leading logistics company situated in Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced General Manager to join their…
View JobJohannesburg: General Manager posted by Hire Resolve
A leading logistics company situated in Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced General Manager to join their…
View Job
Browse Employers
Job Alerts