Site Engineer, Durban

Engineering Manager - Facilities Management Location: KwaZulu-Natal

About the Role: We're seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee facilities management operations, ensuring machinery compliance and implementing strategic FM solutions across multiple sites. This senior position combines technical expertise with strategic leadership in a healthcare/manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of statutory machinery compliance programs
• Oversee occupational health and safety matters related to machinery and assets
• Manage integrated facilities management solutions and service delivery
• Direct planned maintenance programs and statutory record keeping
• Provide engineering and OHS&E support across KwaZulu-Natal
• Manage key customer relationships and service level agreements
• Drive commercial and financial targets
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• M+4, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent
• Professional Registration with ECSA
• Government Certificate of Competency
• BSc Engineering
• Management Development Program certification

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience as Senior Facilities Manager in Healthcare/Manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience with steam operations and boiler systems
• Previous GMR 2(1) appointee experience
• Proven track record in contractor and SLA management
• Strong understanding of Labor Relations Act and IR Management

Essential Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of building and engineering systems
• Expertise in electrical, mechanical, electronic, and fire detection systems
• Strong project and resource management capabilities
• Excellence in strategic planning and execution
• Outstanding communication and relationship management
• Proven leadership abilities
• Customer service orientation
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong computer literacy

Competency Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver proactive, high-quality service
• Strong people and process management skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Excellent conflict resolution abilities
• Professional communication at all organizational levels
• Strong commitment to organizational goals

Level of Authority: Full authority to execute all key performance areas within the role's scope.

This role offers an opportunity to join a leading organization where you'll have significant impact on operational excellence and safety compliance. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our facilities management standards.

To apply, please submit your detailed CV and supporting documentation demonstrating how you meet the above requirements.