Job category: Others: Education and Training Location: Durban Contract: Fixed Term Contract EE position: No Introduction MANCOSA (The Management College of Southern Africa), a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education and distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Facilities Offer - Durban CORE PURPOSE The purpose of this position is to implement and ensure the building facilities are maintained efficiently and at a professional standard by providing support to day to day operations. CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE Provide directive on renovation and building maintenance work to staff, (general workers) and contractors. General Maintenance of building Ensure that the standard of work conducted by the various entities affiliated with MANCOSA such as Interpark are to MANACOSA’s professional standards Prepare all relevant documentation and submit for contractor’s payments with finance Solicit and negotiate reasonable quotes for upgrades Monitor all project timelines and ensure projects are completed within approved budget Ensure all weekly, monthly, bi-annually and annual services are done Provide workshop and event set ups according to the recommended requirements and professional standards Responsible for airport pickups of MANCOSA’s dignitaries Experienced in office and construction Occupational Health & Safety compliance Conduct Monthly meetings with service providers QUALIFICATIONS Relevant Engineering or Facilities Management courses would be an advantageous. EXPERIENCE Minimum 1 years’ experience in operations/maintenance environment. RELATED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) Attention to detail and sound time management skills Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices Project costing and budget control Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to motivate staff to excel at their jobs Assertive Must be able to multi-task ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Will be required to work overtime and during the weekends. #J-18808-Ljbffr