Technical Contracts Manager (Retail Operations)

Manages maintenance activities for the upkeep of the shopping centre, offices and general areas. Oversees a range of custodial and maintenance activities. Resolves problems as they arise, directly or by assembling and managing maintenance staff or external contractors.

• Report all maintenance related problems on site
• Manage contractors and / or CW handyman (maintenance assistant) carrying out maintenance day-to-day tasks on the following :
• Plumbing and Toilets
• Water – Potable and Grey Water reticulations
• Storm-water system
• Roof structures
• Building structures
• Painting and re-cladding
• Tile problems
• Bollards and Railings
• Road markings- parking
• Signage
• Ceilings
• Glass problems
• Doors – wooden and glass
• Premises back to base civil works
• Investigation of general complaints
• Authorise, issue, manage Civils works / purchase orders
• Safety aspects in terms of Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Managing Civils Budget
• Monthly Civils Report
• Working to detailed briefs for small projects
• Taking a hands on approach to a wide variety of general maintenance jobs.
• Completing paperwork daily and submitting to helpdesk in a timely manner
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment at all times
• Stock take on all tools weekly
• Ensure OHS act is followed and report any failure of compliance
• Member of the Safety Committee as Health and Safety Representative
• Remain on radio contact at all times
• Communicate and assist center security staff in case of an emergency
• Work after hours and shifts as and when required

Requirements

Qualified Electrician or Millwright Artisan (or equivalent)

Matric with Trade or National Diploma

3 - 5 years proven experience within building maintenance / management, preferably within a retail environment

Experience in Facilities / building maintenance and contractor management

Experience in general electrical reticulation and generator standby supply

Knowledge of maintenance procedures and policies

Computer literacy – Word, Excel, MS Outlook and Building Management Systems (BMS)

Knowledge of Health and Safety