Website Vaal University of Technology
The University was first established as a college for advanced technical education in 1966 and then transitioned into a Technikon in 1979. With the restructuring of the higher education landscape, the institution became a University of Technology in 2004 and has seen significant growth in its activi… read moreties and reach since that time. The University now operates from its main campus in Vanderbijlpark with satellite sites of delivery in Ekurhuleni, Secunda and Upington. The University also has the Science Park at the Sebokeng Campus. While the expansion of activities on the main campus is limited due to the available space, opportunities exist, particularly at the Sebokeng Campus, for future expansion.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
Providing strategic leadership and governance of the student accommodation and catering portfolio.
Overseeing a large-scale accommodation system, including university residences and private accommodation partnerships.
Driving financial sustainability and revenue generation to ensure full cost recovery of operations.
Managing high-value contracts and service providers, including catering, maintenance, and accommodation partners.
Ensuring effective delivery and continuous improvement of catering services, including expansion of access (e.g., kiosks and satellite services).
Overseeing infrastructure, maintenance, and facilities management of residences.
Leading the implementation of living and learning programmes to enhance student success, wellbeing, and sense of belonging.
Managing a large and diverse workforce and promoting a high-performance culture.
Ensuring compliance, risk management, and student safety across all accommodation platforms.
Monitoring performance, reporting on key outcomes, and driving continuous improvement.
Building and maintaining strategic stakeholder relationships internally and externally.
APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:
A master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Management, Higher Education, the Built Environment, or Hospitality Professional certifications in facilities management, property or housing management, project management, or hospitality management will be an added advantage
A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience
At least 5 years at senior management level
Experience in large-scale accommodation or property management.
Contract and service provider management
Financial and revenue management
Experience in higher education or the public sector is preferred
Skills:
Strategic leadership and institutional alignment
Commercial and financial acumen
Contract and service provider management
Infrastructure and facilities management
Stakeholder engagement and negotiation
Student development and residence life expertise
Governance, risk, and compliance management
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 MAY 2026
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