Functional Area Manager

at  AFMS Group

MANAGE STAFF PERFORMANCE

Oversee and manage the allocation of duties to all subordinates via formal job descriptions and structured task allocation
Manage and oversee team performance via the formal performance management system, and ensure compliance to the performance management process for direct reports
Ensure all subordinates are fully conversant with governing standards and compliance with requirements. (Company and project)
Oversee and provide advice, guidance and technical support to subordinates to enhance development and create learning opportunities to improve performance
Mentor and train staff in technical and behavioral competencies
Oversee and ensure effective disciplinary and grievance management, in order to maintain a positive working environment and enhance performance.
Ensure training and development strategies are accomplished timeously and cost effectively
Initiate and manage all disciplinary related matters for technical staff allocated to the project

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Grade 12
Technical qualification in the built environment industry is Advantageous (Preferably BTech Engineering)
Must have min 10 years-built environment experience (in Facilities Management capacity)
Must have knowledge and experience of Soft Services Management and Technical Services Management
Must have sound Financial Risk Management experience
Must have had exposure to and be familiar with OHSA, Municipal bylaws, and applicable Labour Relations Acts
Must be familiar with ISO9001 & 18001 Staff Management systems experience
Must be computer literate in MSOffice suite
Must have own Transport and valid driver’s license
Must be willing to work beyond normal hours (outside of normal office hours)
Must have previous people management experience
Must have solid written and verbal communication skills – presentations, reports and letters
Strong contractual skills and understanding
Must be driven and passionate

PEOPLE AND MANAGEMENT SKILL

Strong leadership qualities and a confident decision maker
Possesses the drive to oversee and take ownership of the
activities of the business
Excellent interpersonal skills in working with multicultural teams across all levels
Highly effective communicator in both written and verbal form
Committed to professional ethical standards
Communication – fluent in both English and Afrikaans

PRIMARY DUTIES

Technical and Soft Services Project Leadership
Growth, budgets, profitability and cost control
Manage Technical maintenance and project development
Manage staff performance
Contract Management and Procurement
Manage CAFM System
Administration
Health and Safety Compliance
Security compliance
Quality assurance for Technical, OHSE and Security

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS

The employee acknowledges that all duties performed will reflect on the client and will thus act in a professional manner at all times, as FMS is a service provider, all necessary steps need to be taken to ensure that the service has been delivered according to client requirements, and to prescribed service level