Senior Administrative Officer: Facilities - University of Pretoria

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Management and supervision of the facilities unit;
• Contributing to strategic processes on behalf of the unit;
• Maintenance of the Departments buildings, facilities and equipment;
• Contribute to making our spaces welcoming, safe and compliant
• Monitoring and coordinating the work of external service providers;
• Ensuring the Departmental facilities comply with regulatory provisions;
• Participation and coordination in facility related projects;
• Coordinating Occupational Health and Safety processes and activities;
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders;
• Financial and Assets Management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Three years’ relevant National Diploma PLUS three years’ experience preferably in an academic environment;
• two years’ supervisory experience in a facilities environment AND;
• A valid driver’s licence.

OR

• Matric PLUS five years’ experience preferably in an academic environment AND;
• three years’ supervisory experience in a facilities environment AND;
• A valid driver’s licence.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Expert knowledge of spoken and written communication skills;
• Computer Literacy;
• Financial Literacy;
• Report writing;
• Communication skills;
• Supervisory skills;
• Ability to work independently and under pressure;
• Proactive;
• Ability to manage time effectively;
• Attention to detail;
Multi-tasking.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A degree and experience in an academic environment;
• First Aid, Firefighting, and any related training;
• Project management experience;
• Knowledge of statutory regulations related to facilities and Health & Safety.