+2 more
Clear All Filters
Verified Ad
Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Group Facilities Manager for a prestigious luxury hotel group based in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled facilities and engineering professional to take on a strategic leadership role within a dynamic hospitality group. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance, engineering, infrastructure and facilities operations across multiple luxury properties, ensuring that all buildings, systems and services are maintained to the highest standards. About the Role The Group Facilities Manager will be responsible for overseeing all facilities, maintenance and engineering operations across the property portfolio. This includes managing preventative and reactive maintenance, leading teams, overseeing contractors and projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements, and supporting the long-term upkeep and improvement of each property. This role requires a hands-on, solutions-driven leader with a strong technical background, excellent organisational ability and the confidence to manage multiple priorities across several locations. Key Responsibilities Oversee engineering, maintenance and facilities operations across multiple luxury hospitality properties. Develop; implement and continuously improve preventative maintenance programmes, systems and procedures. Conduct regular property inspections, identify maintenance requirements and ensure effective solutions are put in place. Ensure the smooth operation of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and general building systems. Manage contractors, consultants and service providers for maintenance, refurbishments and capital projects. Oversee renovations, refurbishments and new developments, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required standard. Develop and manage maintenance budgets, asset registers and long-term capital improvement plans. Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, fire regulations, statutory inspections and environmental standards. Monitor utility consumption and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. Lead; mentor and develop engineering and maintenance teams across the portfolio. Implement training, succession planning and performance management processes within the facilities teams. Prepare operational, maintenance and financial reports for senior management. Requirements Tertiary qualification in Facilities Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field. Minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience overseeing multi-site facilities or engineering operations. Hospitality experience is highly advantageous, particularly within luxury hotels, lodges or property collections. Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC and general building systems. Proven experience planning and executing preventative and reactive maintenance programmes. Demonstrated project management experience within hospitality or commercial environments. Excellent budgeting, financial planning and asset management skills. Strong administrative, reporting and computer literacy skills. Confident leadership and people management ability. Self-motivated; energetic, solution-driven and able to work under pressure. Willingness to work flexible hours when operational requirements demand. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, paired with excellent leadership and communication skills. They should be highly organised, commercially aware and confident managing teams, contractors and projects across multiple sites. A proactive, hands-on approach is essential, along with a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, presentation, guest experience and operational efficiency across the collection. Package Salary negotiable, depending on experience. Live-out position based in Cape Town. Opportunity to join a leading luxury hotel group.
HotelJobs
Recruiter
Error!
Success!
You have successfully created your alert.
You will receive an email when a new job matching your criteria is posted.
Please check your email. It looks like you haven't verified your account yet. Here's what you're missing out on:
- Response from employers
- Being able to log in and update your profile
- Apply for more jobs
Didn't receive the link? Resend Verification Link