Facilities Manager

? Cape Town, Western Cape

A leading company in the logistics and supply chain industry is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the management of facilities, assets, maintenance operations, compliance, and capital projects within a fast-paced distribution environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement facilities management strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure all facilities, technical assets, and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards.
• Drive regulatory compliance, health & safety, environmental, and insurance requirements.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and service level agreements.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programmes and asset management initiatives.
• Lead facilities-related projects, ensuring delivery within budget and timelines.
• Manage OPEX and CAPEX budgets, reporting on expenditure and performance.
• Drive sustainability initiatives, including energy, water, and utility management.
• Ensure operational readiness and reliability of critical facilities and equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant Facilities Management qualification (SAFMA, UCT, A4FM, CFM, or equivalent).
• Bachelor's Degree or relevant tertiary qualification.
• Proven experience in facilities management within logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, cold chain, or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of Occupational Health & Safety, compliance, asset management, and building maintenance.
• Project management and budget management experience.
• Experience with refrigeration systems and technical facilities will be advantageous.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding operational environment.
• Strong communication and supplier management capabilities.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation within the logistics sector and play a critical role in driving operational excellence, compliance, asset reliability, and continuous improvement across a complex facilities environment.

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