Additional information:IMPORTANT: The role will require stand-by and overtime to support security and maintenance call-outs (the unit operates seven days per week)Main purpose of the job:Supervise general and preventative maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings, and other facilities; responsible for planning and managing team duties, productivity, and workflowLocation:Wits VIDA Research Unit, Nurses’ Residence, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital – Soweto, JohannesburgKey performance areas:Facilities Maintenance and WorkflowConduct regular building, facility, and equipment inspections to ensure adequate oversight and effective, efficient support of all departmentsIdentify, record, and resolve building, facility, or equipment maintenance issues, escalating or providing solutions or corrective action as appropriate, and communicating effectively with departmental managementPerform systematic quality checks on work completed and corrective action where requiredAllocate and supervise work orders (duties and job cards), ensuring effective, timely completionOversee work order/duties tracking database and helpdesk systemPerform where applicable and supervise activities related to maintenance and contracted facility improvements, repairs, or modifications (e.g. plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, roofing and ceilings, servitude doors, renovation projects, etc.)Assist with supervision of execution of infrastructure projects (e.g. electrical power reticulation improvements)Plan, optimize and improve on the garden/landscape maintenance and performance dutiesEnsure daily or appropriate required removal of hazardous/medical waste in accordance with legislation and as needed in conjunction with certified hazardous waste collection service providersSupervise general facilities and environment housekeeping to ensure the safety, security, presentability, and sustainability of investmentsPlanned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)Ensure timeous execution of planned preventative maintenance for critical infrastructure equipment and associated systems (e.g. generators, UPSs, Fire Life Safety systems, Server Rooms, Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Distribution Systems – Distribution Boards, etc.)Identify and carry out corrective maintenance work on critical systems and liaise with the relevant stakeholders or departments (such as but not limited to the Gauteng Department of Health,Department of Infrastructure and Development, etc., Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital or relevant site maintenance departments) for planned shutdown maintenance and new installations workEnsure logged job cards/work orders related to PPM are completed on time to prevent unnecessary interruptions to business continuity and research deliverablesOccupational Health and SafetyEnsure strict adherence to safety requirements and legal requirements according to OHS Actstandards, company policies and all applicable SOPs or standardsHelp champion safety initiatives and drive a safety culture within the organisation and build a commitment within the team to sustain improvements in safetyStaff ManagementStaff management:Lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams to promote productivity within projectsEffectively supervise and manage staff duties and targets and maintain sound labor relationsWork with management to empower and develop teams or individuals as skills needs or deficiencies are identifiedFoster an environment that promotes talent recognition, development as well as agency and individual leadership; promote harmony, teamwork, and sharing of informationMentor, coach, and facilitate personal and professional staff development wherever possibleEnsure teams comply with policies, unit standards, and administrative and internal communications requirements; promote company policies, strategies, and values alwaysManage staff effectively including performance, conduct, efficient working, processes, and corrective action as requiredDemonstrative effective delegation and decision-makingCapacity development:Contribute towards the development of team/company knowledge by identifying relevant training needs and topicsDevelop and deliver relevant training and contribute to internal knowledge sharing in areas of expertiseCustomer service and stakeholder relationsCommunicate effectively and efficiently with all internal and external stakeholders (suppliers, collaborators, researchers, donors, etc.)Build and maintain authentic, professional relationshipsTrain staff effectively; foster a practice of knowledge exchange and peer learningManage internal and external stakeholder expectations and communicate appropriately with initiative and solutionsEscalate issues appropriately, ensuring adequate discretion and risk management, and demonstrate integrated problem-solvingEffectively manage work processes, teams, and relationships in order to maintain high levels of productivityEffective Self-Management and Performance AccountabilityTake ownership and accountability for tasks & activities and demonstrate effective self-managementActively and consistently maintain high standards of professionalism in all aspects of personal presentation and deliveryApply knowledge of the organizational systems, structures, policies, and procedures to achieve resultsFollow through to ensure that productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained and provide appropriate resolution for challengesSupport and drive the organization’s core valuesMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackTake ownership of driving your own career developmentRequired minimum education and training.Matric/Grade 12An appropriate Diploma or tertiary qualification is an added advantageValid driver’s license: willingness and ability to drive company vehicles and transport equipment, samples, etc.Required minimum work experience:Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in a similar role or ability to demonstrate relevant experience working with teams at different levels, across multiple facilitiesGeneral building maintenance, plus electrical or plumbing or applicable operations/facilities experience is requiredMust have demonstrable experience supervising staff and job cards, delegating, and work planningDesirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:Background in security coordination or systems is an advantageLandscaping and gardening experience is an added advantageThe role will require hands-on oversightBasic computer skills (MS Office) – must be able to type reasonably for data capturing and have some experience with basic Excel functions and workflow/project management toolsFriendly attitude, transparent and able to motivate staff and colleagues, sense of urgency and initiativeTime-conscious and able to work accurately and effectively with minimal supervisionProcurement/supplier and contractor sourcing and engagement experience an advantageTO APPLY:Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.Please Apply Online.Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.The closing date for all applications: 31 May 2024.Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.Please note:AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.