Manager: Building & Civils (Facilities Management Division: Maintenance Services)

Advert reference: uj_002405

Advert status: Online

Apply by: 3 July 2026

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Education and Training

Campus: Doornfontein Campus

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: EE

Level: Management

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".

“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO

Responsibilities

• Implement specific maintenance strategies, policies, and tactics and schedule tasks with reference to the maintenance plan and philosophies.
• Perform the duties of Manager as specifically described and defined in the OHS Act to comply with the regulations and act and to ensure that employees work in a safe environment.
• Plan and schedule tasks and assign them to relevant employees.
• Compile and submit reports monthly and when required.
• Implement a performance and development management system in the division.
• Provide constant feedback to the line manager and clients on operations restoration.
• Perform stand-by duties as and when required.
• Report to the Maintenance Manager on all maintenance-related matters.
• Conduct inspection of facilities and all equipment on site, identify areas of risk and report back for rectification.
• Compile an asset register and maintain the register with reference to infrastructure, installation, equipment, tools, etc.
• Ensure that staff is accredited to perform their tasks as required in legislation and for quality assurance purposes.
• Ensure quality of work & timeous completion of all field requests.
• Ensure that contractors adhere to the OHS Act standards and UJ operational requirements.
• Perform mentoring and coaching of staff in order to ensure effective skills development and a safe working environment.
• Train subordinates in the division.
• Ensure that the infrastructure is optimally available for use by clients.

Minimum requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification (NQF 7) in Facilities Management or Construction Management or Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ job-related experience in the maintenance environment: Building, Carpentry, Painting and Plumbing maintenance is essential.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ Maintenance Management experience is essential.
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience of leading maintenance teams.
• A valid driver's license.
• Computer literacy in all Microsoft packages.

Recommendations

• Background in Quantity Surveying will be an added advantage.
• Project Management will be an added advantage.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required.
• Highly disciplined and able to work with minimum supervision.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Excellent written, verbal, listening and interpersonal communication skills.
• Management System, Archibus Management System, IDU Oracle budget loading system.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to maintenance services.
• Knowledge of Facilities and Maintenance Management.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993.
• Knowledge of building standards and legislation.
• Development of bill of quantities using WinQS.
• Management of projects with PPO.

Enquiries

Enquiries regarding the job content: Mr. Peter Tlhagale (Campus Maintenance Manager) on Tel: (011) 559 9046

Enquiries regarding benefits: Ms. Nozuko Mazibuko (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 4690

Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.

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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.