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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
 
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research campuses and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
 
The ARC-Grain Crops & Small Grain (ARC-GC & SG) seek to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Potchefstroom & Bethlehem:
 
FACILITIES MANAGER
 
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Undertake effective asset management through the alignment of assets management systems to ensure optimal asset utilisation, longevity, security and safety,
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to property management to achieve organisational excellence,
• Ensure optimal utilisation of facilities through efficient and equitable allocation of land, offices, laboratories, associated labour and specialised field resources staff,
• Develop and effectively manage the budgets in line with PFMA guidelines,
• Perform farm management and allocate facilities through the efficient and equitable management of the allocated land, offices, laboratories, associated labour and specialised field resources staff for the work to be conducted,
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations,
• Manage the fleet and all aspects related to transport for the GC and SG campuses,
• Project management with respect to periodic maintenance, replacement, and refurbishment as well as CAPEX,
• Plan, direct, coordinate activities specific to facility project requirements, and ensure that goals, objectives are within period and funding parameters,
• Manage employees within facilities department.
 
 
Requirements:
• Degree in Facilities Management or related profession in a building, engineering and infrastructure environment,
• A post-graduate qualification in a similar environment will be an added advantage,
• 5 years’ work experience in facilities management,
• Valid driver’s licence.
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Enquiries: Mr Poonyana Morule, Tel: (018) 299 6200
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 MARCH 2020
 
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. 
 
NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be email to gcicv@arc.agric.za.
 
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.

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