Facilities Manager

Job Description

The Facilities Management Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational management of all company facilities across South Africa. This role ensures that offices, workplaces, and support facilities are safe, compliant, efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with business objectives. The Facilities Management Manager will oversee maintenance, vendor management, workplace services, health and safety compliance, space planning, security, sustainability initiatives, and capital improvement projects while delivering an exceptional workplace experience for employees and visitors.

Here's what you'll be doing:

Facilities Operations Management

• Develop and implement facilities management strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of all office locations and facilities across South Africa.
• Ensure facilities are maintained to high standards of safety, functionality, and appearance.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance programs and reactive maintenance activities.
• Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Vendor and Contract Management

• Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage contracts with service providers and suppliers.
• Oversee manpower, cleaning, security, landscaping, catering, maintenance, waste management, and other outsourced services.
• Oversee procurement process for office supplies, furniture, equipment, etc.
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).
• Drive cost efficiencies while maintaining service quality.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with South African occupational health and safety legislation and relevant regulations.
• Assist in developing and maintain emergency preparedness and business continuity plans.
• Lead workplace inspections, audits, and compliance reporting.
• Manage incident investigations and corrective action plans.

Property and Workplace Management

• Manage office space utilization, workplace planning, parking allocation, and office relocations.
• Coordinate office fit-outs, refurbishments, and renovation projects.
• Ensure facilities support employee productivity, wellbeing, and collaboration.
• Develop workplace standards and best practices across all locations.

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage annual facilities budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor expenditure and ensure cost control across all facilities operations.
• Identify opportunities for operational savings and process efficiencies.
• Manage capital expenditure projects and procurement activities.

Security Management

• Oversee physical security systems, access control, CCTV, and security service providers.
• Ensure effective security procedures are implemented across all facilities.
• Coordinate investigations relating to security incidents where required.

Sustainability and Environmental Management

• Support corporate sustainability objectives through data collection, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmental initiatives.
• Monitor utility consumption and implement cost-saving measures.
• Promote environmentally responsible workplace practices.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop facilities teams and regional support staff.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, landlords, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide regular performance reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Act as the primary point of contact for facilities-related matters.

Here's what we are looking for:

• Minimum 7–10 years of facilities management experience, at least 3–5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Experience managing multiple office locations across South Africa.
• Strong background in contractor and vendor management.
• Proven experience managing operational and capital budgets.
• Experience in corporate, commercial, or multinational environments preferred.
• Experience with sustainability initiatives and energy management is desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and safety regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Property Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional facilities management certification preferred (CFM, FMP, IFMA, or equivalent).

Additional Information

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.