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Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Durban University of TechnologyDurban, ZA
1 day ago
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Job title : Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline : December 21, 2025

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Minimum Requirements :

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or a related field in the Built Environment.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in engineering maintenance management, including responsibility for HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems and supervision of technical staff and contractors.
  • Registered Professional (PrEng / PrTechEng).
  • Valid Driver’s Licence (essential for campus mobility).
  • Key responsibilities :

  • Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems.
  • Conduct diagnostics, inspections, and audits of all technical systems for safety and reliability.
  • Coordinate the operation of technical infrastructure supporting all campuses (power, HVAC, water, waste).
  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for facilities operations and maintenance processes.
  • Manage the procurement, appointment, and performance of external maintenance contractors and service providers.
  • Develop clear specifications and service-level agreements (SLAs) for all outsourced services.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and site audits to ensure adherence to DUT’s quality and operational expectations.
  • Facilitate contract renewals, variations, and terminations in line with institutional procurement policies.
  • Lead, supervise, and motivate the facilities and maintenance team to achieve operational excellence and service delivery targets.
  • Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and ensure accountability through performance agreements and reviews.
  • Identify skills gaps and facilitate training, coaching, and continuous development of team members.
  • Manage succession planning and staff development to ensure business continuity in critical areas.
  • Prepare, manage, and monitor the annual maintenance budget and ensure expenditure remains within approved limits.
  • Track operational costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and resource optimisation.
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with institutional and legislative requirements. Review and approve financial documents related to maintenance projects, contracts, and operational expenses.
  • Maintain asset registers and ensure accurate reporting of maintenance-related costs.
  • Reporting and Continuous Improvement
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