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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that … read morehigher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence. The vision of the UJ is to be "an international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future". The mission can be described as follows: "inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge". These are underpinned by four values, namely: imagination, conversation, regeneration and ethical foundation. The six strategic objectives provide a focused means for realising the Vision, Mission and Values of the University as set out above. They further represent a re-working of the original UJ Strategic Thrusts 2020 in the context of a wider positioning of the University as "The Pan-African" Centre for Critical Intellectual Inquiry, with the primary goal of achieving global excellence and stature. The six strategic objectives are: Excellence in Research and Innovation. Excellence in Teaching and Learning. An International Profile for Global Excellence and Stature. Enriching Student-Friendly Learning and Living Experience. Active National and Global Reputation Management, and Fitness for Global Excellence and Stature (GES). Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job Description:
The Director: Maintenance Management oversees the maintenance and upkeep of facilities, equipment, buildings and grounds ensuring optimal functionality, compliance to safety regulations.
The Director develops, plans and manages the execution of the Maintenance Policies, Strategies, Procedures for all engineered assets of the university for their entire life cycle.
Responsibilities:
Craft and drive the implementation of the Facilities Management Maintenance Management Strategy aligned with the University Strategic Goals.
Responsible for the development of Maintenance Policies, Processes and Procedures that ensure the implementation of the Maintenance Strategy.
Provide maintenance of infrastructure and equipment related input into the University Master Plan.
Develop and update infrastructure and equipment maintenance plans according to the university strategic plan.
Implement / Manage Facilities Management Systems to assist with Maintenance and Management of infrastructure and equipment.
Oversee the sourcing, implementation and the management of maintenance related contractual agreements.
Direct the compilation, updating and maintenance of all facilities and infrastructure on the campus.
Direct the maintenance of all facilities and infrastructure on campus.
Produce and manage the specification and standardisation of all University Components.
Be actively involved in the University Smart Campus initiative.
Identify and cultivate Continuous Improvement Initiatives and Maintenance Best Practices.
Cradle to grave Management of all UJ Land and Engineered Assets.
Provides strategic leadership and direction to all external contractors on all four campuses.
Compile and manage the annual and multi-year Maintenance Budget related to all maintenance of infrastructure and equipment efficiently and effectively.
Create a safe and conducive environment for all UJ internal and external stakeholders on campus.
Provide a healthy working environment for both internal and external.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., Occupational Health and Safety Act).
Adhere and enforce compliance with UJ standards, policies, processes and procedures.
Compile reports for University Executives and Committees of Council, Treasury, the Department of Higher Education and any other Structure as directed by the Executive Director.
Minimum requirements
A Postgraduate Degree in Engineering (NQF 8).
Ten (10) years’ Maintenance Management experience in a multi-functional environment.
Five (5) years’ Senior Management experience.
Recommendations:
A Government Certificate of Competence (GCC Factories Certification).
Professional registration with ECSA.
A working knowledge of facilities management software systems with regard to management and maintenance of infrastructure and infrastructure related assets.
Development of Maintenance Strategies and Policies.
Contract Management experience.
A post Graduate Business qualification.
Five (5) years’ implementation and management of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant legislative requirements.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Good computer skills i.e., Microsoft Office.
Proven ability to build and sustain excellent relationships, through clear and effective communication, with all levels of management across functions and divisions within the University.
Ability to successfully develop, interpret, and apply policies and regulations.
Effective customer service, people management and team leadership skills.
Deadline:24th April,2026
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