Midrand: Facilities & Maintenance Manager posted by I Grow Wealth Investments

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Facilities & Maintenance Manager to join our team at I Grow Wealth Investments in Midrand. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in facilities or maintenance management, with strong leadership and team management skills. They will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of facilities management, including maintenance, contractor management, and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Building Managers, Maintenance Administrators, and contractors.
• Set and monitor KPIs for response times, cost control, and service delivery.
• Conduct team meetings, performance reviews, and ongoing training.
• Implement and maintain maintenance policies and quality standards.
• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of all common areas.
• Plan and manage preventative maintenance programmes.
• Conduct routine site inspections and compliance audits.
• Liaise with Trustees and Portfolio Managers to resolve issues.
• Manage and evaluate the approved contractor panel.
• Allocate work orders and monitor contractor performance.
• Ensure contractors maintain valid compliance documentation (COCs, insurance, tax clearance).
• Oversee maintenance requests via the Red Rabbit platform.
• Manage quotations, job costing, and billing coordination.
• Provide updates to Portfolio Managers and monthly performance reports.
• Conduct or review Quality Control Inspections (QCIs) during new scheme onboarding.
• Identify defects, obtain repair quotations, and ensure timely completion.
• Support scheme transitions with maintenance summaries.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations and OHS requirements.
• Maintain compliance registers for fire equipment, electrical certificates, and other regulated items.
• Implement contractor risk management protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience in facilities or maintenance management (Sectional Title / HOA experience advantageous).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience managing contractors and supplier panels.
• Knowledge of building regulations and OHS standards.
• Financial and reporting skills (budgeting, job costing, monitoring expenditure).
• Experience with maintenance management systems (Red Rabbit advantageous).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Qualifications

None specified.

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned.