{"id":35262,"date":"2026-05-06T10:00:48","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T10:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/facilities-and-leasing-team-leader\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T10:01:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T10:01:40","slug":"facilities-and-leasing-team-leader","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/facilities-and-leasing-team-leader\/","title":{"rendered":"Facilities and Leasing Team Leader"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Facilities Management<\/p>\n<p>\tLead and oversee day\u2011to\u2011day facilities operations across all retail stores and head office locations<br \/>\n\tEnsure timeous maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance programmes<br \/>\n\tManage service providers and contractors, ensuring SLA compliance and cost control<br \/>\n\tEnsure compliance with health &amp; safety, municipal regulations, and statutory requirements<br \/>\n\tRespond to and resolve escalated facilities issues impacting store operations<br \/>\n\tManage facilities-related CAPEX and OPEX budgets<\/p>\n<p>Leasing &amp; Property Management<\/p>\n<p>\tSupport lease negotiations, renewals, relocations, and store openings\/closures<br \/>\n\tMaintain accurate lease administration records, critical dates, and escalation schedules<br \/>\n\tLiaise with landlords, property agents, and managing agents<br \/>\n\tMonitor rental escalations, recoveries, and occupancy costs<br \/>\n\tProvide leasing insights and reports to support commercial decision-making<\/p>\n<p>Store Projects<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure the smooth rollout of all project-related initiatives and improvements<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Manage contractors, including overseeing store closures where required<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Oversee all aspects of store relocations and right-sizing initiatives<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure project timelines and deadlines are consistently met in line with approved programmes<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u2022 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Drive cost-effectiveness across all projects and related activities<\/p>\n<p>Team Leadership<\/p>\n<p>\tLead, coach, and develop the Facilities and Leasing team<br \/>\n\tAllocate work, monitor performance, and ensure service delivery standards<br \/>\n\tBuild a customer\u2011centric service culture supporting store operations<\/p>\n<p>Reporting &amp; Governance<\/p>\n<p>\tPrepare and present facilities and leasing reports (costs, risks, performance)<br \/>\n\tEnsure proper documentation, audit readiness, and record\u2011keeping<br \/>\n\tSupport internal controls and compliance requirements<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>Minimum Requirements<\/p>\n<p>\tDiploma or Degree in Facilities Management, Property Studies, Built Environment, or related field<br \/>\n\t5+ years\u2019 experience in facilities and\/or retail property management<br \/>\n\t2+ years\u2019 experience in a supervisory or team leadership role<br \/>\n\tProven experience working with retail landlords, leases, and service providers<br \/>\n\tStrong budgeting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills<br \/>\n\tValid driver\u2019s license and willingness to travel nationally<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>footgear.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/footgear.mcidirecthire.com","_company_name":"Footgear SA","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"Welcome to Footgear, where you can find the biggest brands at the best prices! 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