Facilities and Property Maintenance Manager

🕒 July 29

🇿🇦 South Africa – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👔 Manager

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VirtuHire

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11 - 50 employees

Founded 2019

🎯 Recruiter

👥 HR Tech

☁️ SaaS

Recruitment • HR Tech • SaaS

VirtuHire is a remote recruiting and employer-of-record service focused on connecting businesses with vetted South African talent. The company rigorously vets candidates and provides a curated shortlist, interview scheduling, onboarding, payroll, compliance, and full employee management. It offers a no-fee recruitment process, advertises cost savings versus local hires, and emphasizes English proficiency, university-educated candidates, and industry experience. Metrics provided include clients served, hires made, and a high retention rate. VirtuHire positions itself as a partner handling hiring, EOR services, and HR administration to let clients focus on growth.

📋 Description

• Oversee and streamline operational functions as Facilities and Property Maintenance Manager. • Lead, mentor, and manage the operations team, ensuring high performance and accountability. • Develop, implement, and maintain operational systems, policies, and SOPs to enhance efficiency. • Monitor, measure, and improve operational performance using KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives. • Ensure compliance, cost control, and timely execution in facilities and property management. • Manage external vendors and contractors, negotiating contracts and ensuring SLAs are met. • Lead special projects to drive business transformation and operational improvements. • Ensure robust health, safety, and compliance standards across all operations. • Prepare reports, presentations, and operational insights for leadership and stakeholders. • Act as a key liaison between teams, clients, and external partners for smooth operations.

🎯 Requirements

• 5–10 years of operational management experience, ideally in property, facilities, or surveyor-related industries. • Proven leadership experience with a history of managing multi-disciplinary teams. • Strong systems thinker with experience building SOPs, operational frameworks, and scalable processes. • Excellent project management, organizational, and time-management skills. • Ability to analyze operational data and metrics to drive decision-making and continuous improvement. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; adept at managing internal teams and external stakeholders. • Self-starter with a proactive approach, able to work independently and drive results. • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and operational management tools (e.g., Trello, PayProp, or equivalent). • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and property compliance standards is desirable. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Operations Management, Property, or related fields. • Additional certifications in Operations, Facilities Management, or Project Management are advantageous.