POST 27/101 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FACILITIES & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT REF
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Aliwal North
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, National Diploma NQF level 6 as recognised by
SAQA in Facilities Management / Property Management/Horticulture &
Landscaping / Real Estate / Building / Construction Management / Quantity
Surveying with 3 years’ experience in supervisory level or SL7/8 in Facilities
Management. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and Skills: In-depth
knowledge and understanding of legislative framework that governs Public
Service. In-depth knowledge and understanding of GIAMA. Knowledge and
understanding of PFMA. In-depth knowledge and understanding of
Occupational Health and Safety Act and related buildings regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of Facilities Management Policies, Procedures
and Best Practices. Knowledge of Asset and Maintenance Management.
Departmental service delivery principles. Departmental Strategic Planning.
Departmental Annual Performance Plan. Policies and Procedures.
Government Programmes. Provincial Growth and Development Plan for the
Eastern Cape. Stakeholder and customer relationship management principles.
Planning, coordination. Problem-solving and analytical ability. Facilities
inspection and compliance monitoring. Report writing and data analysis.
Stakeholder engagement and client relations. Communication. Client
relationship management. Report writing and presentation. Computer literacy
(MS Office, Facilities Management Systems). Project Coordination.
DUTIES : Coordinate provision of cleaning services: Coordinate the provision of cleaning
services across district facilities. Facilitate development of specifications and
procurement processes for cleaning services. Monitor contractor performance
and ensure compliance with service standards. Oversee contract
administration, including verification of service delivery and certification of
payments. Monitor cleanliness of government facilities to ensure adherence to
departmental cleaning standards policies. Coordinate provision of gardening
and beautification services: Coordinate provision of gardening and landscaping
services for state facilities. Facilitate procurement and appointment of service
providers in line with SCM processes. Monitor performance and quality of
services delivered. Oversee contract implementation and compliance with
environmental standards. Ensure alignment of services with departmental
maintenance and beautification standards. Coordinate implementation of
condition assessments: Coordinate implementation of condition assessments
for state owned facilities. Analyse condition assessment reports to inform
maintenance planning and prioritization. Facilitate development of
maintenance plans and cost estimates based on condition assessment data.
Provide reports to inform infrastructure and asset management decisions –
making. Ensure proper recordkeeping of condition assessments and
maintenance reports. Manage utilization inspection on state-owned buildings:
Plan and conduct utilization inspections to assess use of allocated space.
Monitor space utilisation and identify underutilized or non-compliant usage of
facilities. Analyse inspection findings and compile reports to inform
management decisions. Ensure compliance with GIAMA and space
management standards. Monitor maintenance of utilisation and inspection
records. Coordinate implementation of health and safety audits on state owned
facilities: Coordinate implementation of occupational health and safety
requirements across facilities. Monitor compliance with relevant OHS
legislation and building regulations. Facilitate execution of health and safety
inspections and audits. Analyse risks identified and recommended appropriate
corrective interventions. Promote safe working environments in line with
statutory and departmental requirements. Supervise the allocated resources:
Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent
work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of
motivation and control with minimum guidance from Manager. Delegate
functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance
and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.
Ensure timeously development of job description and implementation of Work
Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the sub-
directorate. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely
Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management,
maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
ENQUIRIES : contact Mr. M. Mavotsho at 083 753 9381/Mr. M. Tshwaku at 083 753 9381
e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
NOTE : Preference will be given to Youth, African Males.