Safari JOBS is searching for a Technical Services Manager for a world-renowned 5* safari property situated in a prime area of Mpumalanga. The main role of the Technical Services Manager is to be responsible for the management of environmental plans, the assessment of assets, the property security, and the management of the maintenance team, in line with OHS legislation, the establishment standards of excellence, and SOP. Minimum Requirements: Clear criminal record and excellent employment track record; Technical Tertiary Degree/Diploma; Electrical Trade Test advantageous; Technical or maintenance background; Project management experience; Health&Safety or environmental qualification; Experience working in a remote environment with minimal services provided by the municipality is preferable; Ability to lead and manage people; Understanding of High&Low Voltage systems; Understanding of Sewer treatment plants, water treatment plants, and HVAC Systems; Computer literacy&working knowledge of IT systems; Extensive technical knowledge and understanding of vehicle services, operations, and equipment; Business, management, and strategic acumen; Strategic thinker and developer; Developmental approach to staff; Organizational skills and attention to detail; Good communication skills and proficiency in English; High energy level, flexible and responsive; Ecological awareness and concern; Citizenship or valid working visa. Responsibilities: Establish and maintain environmental systems, reduce the carbon footprint, action the environmental audit and manage the waste removal from the property; Custodian of the emergency procedures and ensure the required staff training and emergency drills take place; Assess the major company assets and plan for the replacement of identified items over a period, including GPS mapping of all service lines; Manage workshops and maintenance team and provide them with protocols and training for preventative maintenance and repairs on all MEP, Plant, and Building elements set out in the group’s technical data; Ensuring teams are delivering the highest level of service to guests by overseeing the assigned duties; Ensuring the operation is a safe environment for its people, guests, staff, suppliers, and communities; Daily management of the CCTV system, investigate and resolve any breaches; Liaison with security-related companies and construction contractors; Identify and assist in the implementation of SMME projects; Maintain a strategic view of company services, assets, and budgets for timeous maintenance and replacements; Participate in the management team, representing the department and providing strategic input; Assessment of EMP and Bulk service; and manage warranties on all Plant and Equipment; Manage the financial status of all related TSM budgets to a zero-variance result, by ensuring efficient cost planning and execution; Facilitate win-win relationships with suppliers to ensure the departmental budget is adhered to and all payments are made timeously; Communication with the general manager and departmental teams in terms of maintenance issues to ensure that guest needs are met, and operations run effectively; Monitoring of facilities for full functionality and compliance with standards; Operate the company with acute environmental awareness; Ensure the eco-friendly and reliable removal of refuse from all sites, and the management of the refuse removal company, to ensure minimum impact on the environment; Ensure the working order of all IT services, both guest and staff-related, and the consistent improvement of IT offerings in line with technology; Write relevant reports; Active participation in and effective communication and support of the establishment's conservation message and purpose. Compensation and Benefits: CTC. NEG. DOE&Qualifications: Please advise your minimum salary expectation upon application; Onsite accommodation and staff transportation; Meals on cycle, Uniform, Complimentary water&electricity; Room cleaning service; WiFi; Discounted staff flight rates; Medical aid contributions; Provident fund contributions; Annual bonus at the discretion of management; Annual salary review; Gratuities from guests or share in the general gratuity pool (TBC if included for this role); Work cycle: 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off + annual leave of up to a maximum of 24 days. Application Process: South African Citizen or Expat with valid working visa may apply. Any finer details will be discussed directly with short-listed candidates. TO APPLY: Through this platform please send your CV (Word doc / editable PDF ONLY) – completely up to date as at AUGUST 2024. Within your CV please ensure the following is included: Photo: RECENT head&shoulders photo; Career history: COMPLETELY up-to-date&including periods worked at each employer; References: Contactable references for all employers at positions held within the last 10 years; IF YOUR APPLICATION IS SHORT-LISTED: Safari JOBS will be in touch with you ASAP to arrange a screening call / interview with you, and to collect the following additional information potentially needed to accompany applications to the employer. (So please have this info ready on file to send us ASAP if requested) WRITTEN REFERENCES: If you have any readily available to share; QUALIFICATIONS: Copies of most pertinent/ relevant related certificates, diploma’s etc; OTHER: ID copy, copy of most recent payslip / proof of income, driver's licence if available / required; Safari JOBS thanks you in advance for applying for this vacancy. Should you not hear from us within 5 working days please kindly consider your application unsuccessful for this particular position. #J-18808-Ljbffr