Menu Close

South Africa: Facility Management and Safety (FMS) Director posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

South Africa: Facility Management and Safety (FMS) Director posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

Posted on 2025-07-02 00:00:00

Job Summary

Please note that this position is based in The Middle East, relocation, accommodation and additional benefits apply.

A trusted and well established client of ours in The Middle East is seeking an experienced Facility Management and Safety Director.

The function of the Facility Management and Safety Director is to manage and direct activities related to construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment within the organization in line with the required governmental laws and regulations and approved organisation’s policies and procedures.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plans, organizes, coordinates, staffs and directs various facility-related construction, maintenance and repair processes and programs; provides guidance and technical expertise to staff performing facility-related activities.
  • Assures appropriate department staffing; selects, assigns, trains, and monitors staff performing a wide variety of facilities-related duties.
  • Evaluates employee performance and takes appropriate action on disciplinary matters; verifies and monitors staff proficiency; identifies staff development needs and oversees training activities as required.
  • Plans, assigns and directs the operation, maintenance and repair of buildings and related infrastructure/equipment including all major hospital utility systems such as high pressure boilers, steam lines, water, sewer, telephone, gas, electrical, HVAC and Medical Gas systems.
  • Coordinates remodeling, renovation and new construction projects as assigned.
  • Participates in the project planning and development 5 process.
  • Inspects and coordinates work of outside contractors involved with remodeling and construction.
  • Coordinates the activities of in-house construction crews.
  • Plans, assigns, and directs the construction, repair and maintenance of grounds and facilities.
  • Plans and directs the maintenance, inspection and repair of a wide variety of standard and complex medical equipment.
  • Oversees the development and implementation of preventive maintenance schedules on medical and non- medical equipment.
  • Evaluates work methods and systems; develops and utilizes various quality control and quality improvement methods; inspects and reviews work performed
  • Act as liaison for the hospital in matters of regulatory or compliance issues with outside agencies for assigned areas.
  • Assures compliance with governmental (i.e. civil defense, MOH etc.) and other standards/regulations.
  • Reviews call logs or maintenance and service requests to monitor customer service; recommends and implements process and procedural changes to meet needs.
  • Monitors equipment to assure proper function as well as the need for timely maintenance, repairs or replacement; assures that staffs have up-to-date supplies, tools and resources.
  • Coordinates the purchase and storage of all materials, equipment, tools and services provided by outside vendors for the repair and maintenance of facilities, equipment and grounds.
  • Develops, interprets and applies policies and procedures for facility management and safety.
  • Reviews and revises policies and procedures pertaining to hazardous materials, hazardous/infectious waste, emergency response, asbestos maintenance and other safety-related programs.
  • Establishes and directs the preparation/maintenance, implementation and monitoring of department policy and procedure manuals.
  • Prepares and submits reports; collects and maintains accurate operations and other data.
  • Investigates complaints regarding facilities services; determines and implements corrective actions.
View Job  Cape Town: Internal Commercial Sales Representative posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

  • Knowledge in low and high pressure boilers, heating, lighting, ventilating, electrical power, air conditioning, refrigeration, biomedical and other mechanical equipment as it applies to the operation, maintenance and repair of such equipment; methods, materials, tools and practices used in the painting, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, electronic, electrical and mechanical trades; occupational hazards and safety practices of the building, electrical and mechanical trades; supervisory methods and techniques
  • Knowledge in building and fire safety codes.
  • Knowledge in civil defense requirements regarding plant maintenance, operations and standard uniform building and safety codes.
  • Ability to plan, assign, supervise and coordinate the work of subordinates; plan and lay out maintenance projects; estimate labor, materials and other costs for projects.
  • Ability to plan and execute preventive maintenance programs; keep records and prepare reports
  • Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, superiors, other staff and department, outside agencies/individuals and others.
  • Ability to read, interpret complex rules, regulations, plans and specifications.
  • Ability to prepare budgets and make expenditure recommendations.
  • Ability to utilize computers effectively to accomplish management objectives.

Education/Licenses:

Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering at an accredited College or University

Professional Experience:

Six years minimum experience in plant engineering, plant operations and plant maintenance in a large commercial, industrial or institutional building or building complex including two years supervising staff and operational activities, preferably in a large, acute hospital facility.

Please note that by submitting your personal information to Deka Minas you free-willingly issue the business consent to make use of such data for the specific purpose of securing you either permanent or temporary employment. Our business makes use of a POPIA compliant database and you have the right to access, right to correction and right to deletion of your personal information.

Click Go Apply to apply online!


Get Similar Job Alerts
Enter your WhatsApp number (e.g., +27740908132)
You'll receive alerts for new jobs in South Africa, South Africa

Apply directly for this position. Please read all instructions carefully.

We do not process job applications; we simply aggregate and display job listings.

View Job  Cape Town: Senior Financial Manager posted by Goldman Tech

More related positions


Pietermaritzburg: HOUSE SUPERVISOR – this is a live in position posted by CHOC CHILDHOOD CANCER FOUNDATION SOUTH AFRICA

To supervise patient admissions to the house in conjunction with the relevant hospital and CHOC staff. To ensure that the CHOC house policy and house...


View Job
HOUSE SUPERVISOR – this is a live in position

Pretoria East: Assistant Manager – and Progress to a Manager posted by South African Military Surplus (Tent Pro)

The right candidate will begin as an Assistant Manager and progress to a Manager.We are looking for preferably a young Afrikaans Male between the ages of...


View Job
Assistant Manager – and Progress to a Manager

Sandton: Business Development Manager posted by Hikvision South Africa

Should have large experience for developing Industrial market by approaching and building solid relationship with both Distributors and End Users.Good...


View Job
Business Development Manager

Sandton: Network Product Sales Engineer posted by Hikvision South Africa

Familiar with the mainstream network communication product brands and distribution channels in the South African market. Has a history of cooperation with...


View Job
Network Product Sales Engineer

Boksburg: Sales Specialist – Urgently Needed posted by Zoomlion South Africa

Locations Boksburg, Durban, Bloemfontein, Middelburg and LimpopoJob ResponsibilitiesMeeting monthly sales targets.Prospecting, qualifying and generating new...


View Job
Sales Specialist – Urgently Needed

South Africa: Lead Software Engineer – Contract – CPT/JHB – Remote

Our Client a Global Tech firm is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their team in PE or the Eastern cape Onsite on a contract basis. They offer...


View Job
Lead Software Engineer – Contract – CPT/JHB – Remote

South Africa: Programme Manager- SAP – Onsite PE or Eastern Cape- Contract

Our Client a Global Tech firm is seeking a Programme Manager to join their team in PE or the Eastern cape Onsite on a contract basis. They offer stability,...


View Job
Programme Manager- SAP – Onsite PE or Eastern Cape- Contract

South Africa: HR Administration

Human Resource Administrator Stellenbosch Our client is looking for a Human Resource Administrator HR Administrator with 3-5 years experience. This is a...


View Job
HR Administration

South Africa: Front Desk Office Administrator

The ideal candidate is proactive, deadline-driven, and able to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment. If youre a go-getter who thrives under...


View Job
Front Desk Office Administrator

South Africa: CBU 15700 – Quality Officer

Employer Description Our client is a construction company specializing in integrated property and infrastructure solutions. They are involved in property...


View Job
CBU 15700 – Quality Officer

South Africa: Maintenance Technician

As a Maintenance Technician, you will work on a variety of HVAC and mechanical installations, including ventilation systems, heat pumps, and potable water...


View Job
Maintenance Technician

South Africa: Customer Services Consultant

Respond to customer questions regarding products, services, order status, and account information via email, or chat. Assist customers in placing,...


View Job
Customer Services Consultant

South Africa: Quality Control Inspector

Responsibilities Product Inspection Perform regular quality checks on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to verify they meet established...

View Job  Cape Town: Plant Workshop Administrator/ Operations Administrator (Workshop)/ Maintenance Planner Administrator posted by O'Brien Recruitment

View Job
Quality Control Inspector

South Africa: Mechanical Systems Technician

You will work from our clients location in Den Helder, supporting projects in the region. These projects are run by multidisciplinary teams consisting of...


View Job
Mechanical Systems Technician

South Africa: Team Lead – Full Stack JavaScript Engineer – REMOTE – R1.2m PA

Were building powerful, user-focused software that shapes the future of digit a experiences. Were a collaborative, forward-thinking team with a passion for...


View Job
Team Lead – Full Stack JavaScript Engineer – REMOTE – R1.2m PA

South Africa: Service Technician – Instrumentation & Control Systems

You will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of Measurement Control MR installations and Building Management Systems BMS...


View Job
Service Technician – Instrumentation & Control Systems

South Africa: Operations Manager (SaaS/Tech) (CPT Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT A fast-growing German-based Tech company in the SaaS digital services space is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day...


View Job
Operations Manager (SaaS/Tech) (CPT Onsite)

South Africa: Tenders/Marketing Assistant

TendersMarketing Assistant Support High-Impact Sales and Marketing Efforts in a Dynamic, Office-Based Role in Epping Marketing Procurement Full-Time ...


View Job
Tenders/Marketing Assistant

South Africa: Management Accountant (CPT Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT PROVIDE oversight of the financial management activities within a German-based Tech company seeking to fill the role of its next Management...


View Job
Management Accountant (CPT Onsite)

South Africa: PreOwned Vehicle Sales Executive

Minimum Requirements Should have a minimum of 2 to 4 years experience as a PreOwned Vehicle Sales Executive within the Automotive Industry A Valid Drivers...


View Job
PreOwned Vehicle Sales Executive

South Africa: Trade Management Support Analyst (Charles River IMS) (CPT Onsite)

ENVIRONMENT PROVIDE a first point of contact to the business to enable efficient and effective restoration of incidents and requests for service as the next...


View Job
Trade Management Support Analyst (Charles River IMS) (CPT Onsite)

South Africa: Assistant Buyer

Assistant Buyer Paarden Eiland Our client is looking for an Assistant Buyer with 2-3 years experience with purchasing locally and internationally....


View Job
Assistant Buyer

South Africa: DENTIST | PIETERMARITZBURG, KZN

An upmarket Dental Practice in Pietermaritzburg , KwaZulu-Natal, requires a skilled, HPCSA Registered Dentist to join their team. Are you a skilled, Dentist...


View Job
DENTIST | PIETERMARITZBURG, KZN

South Africa: Used Vehicle Sales Executive – Helderberg

Duties include Meet Sales Targets Maximize the sale of pre-owned vehicles in line with dealership goals. Maximize Gross Profits Achieve optimal first and...


View Job
Used Vehicle Sales Executive – Helderberg

South Africa: TJ 15406 – Digital Infrastructure Engineer (IoT & Edge-to-Cloud Platforms)

Employer Description Provide organisations with greater access to data-driven decision-making tools Job Description End-to-End Engineering across all layers...


View Job
TJ 15406 – Digital Infrastructure Engineer (IoT & Edge-to-Cloud Platforms)

Share this to someone who needs a job:
Posted in Jobs in South Africa

More Jobs in Your Area