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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 institutes 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-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Pretoria, Irene:
 
FACILITIES MANAGER
 
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Undertake effective asset management through the alignment of policies to ensure optimal utilisation, longevity, security and safety of assets,
 Develop and implement procedures as well as the guidelines relevant to Property management to achieve organisational excellence,
 Perform farm management and allocate facilities through efficient and equitable management of land, offices, laboratories, associated labour and specialised field resources staff,
 Effectively manage the budget in line with the PFMA,
 Identify redundant facilities to use such to raise external income,
 Ensure compliance with the requirements of Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations and that a culture of safety is engendered throughout the institute,
 Develop asset maintenance management system,
 Manage the fleet and all aspects related to transport for the institute,
 Plan, budget and manage maintenance and capital works such as laboratories, offices and houses and letting of non-core facilities and agricultural land,
 Supply services for the removal of animal and other waste,
 Ensure maintenance of heavy machinery, farm equipment and other equipment such as air conditioners, graders, tractors and front-end diggers,
 Plan, direct and coordinate activities specific to facility projects requirements and ensure that goals/objectives are accomplished within time frames and funding parameters,
 Manage staff and ensure the security of employees and ARC properties.
 
Requirements:
 B Degree in Facility Management or related profession,
 A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage,
 5 years’ experience in a management position, preferably in a research environment,
 Professional registration and certification by SAFMA and or ECSA or related profession is a prerequisite,
 Excellent interpersonal skills,
 A proven track record of supervising staff at all levels,
 Proficiency in MS Office suite,
 Good communication skills written & verbal,
 Valid SA driver’s license.
 
Enquiries: Prof A. Maiwashe, Tel (012) 672-9028
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CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 14 OCTOBER 2021
 
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 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 e-mail to APICV@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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