Facilities Manager

CBRE Excellerate is a market leader in commercial real estate services across Africa and the Middle East, offering facilities management, advisory, transaction and project management. Facilities Manager – Johannesburg Purposes: Support primarily corporate clients with contract-based facilities services across the Middle East and Africa. Why Choose Us As part of a global powerhouse, you will be in a culture that nurtures an entrepreneurial mindset, celebrates your best work, and provides unparalleled resources for personal and professional growth. About The Role The Facilities Manager will lead the delivery of local FM services, provide direct leadership to the operational Facility Management team, and maintain accountability to deliver services across the site. What You Will Be Doing Client engagement – ensure regular meetings and serve as a trusted partner and escalation point. People leadership – support account teams as escalation point for HR, IT, connectivity, operations, and employee engagement. Commercial and contractual accountability – full understanding and accountability of all key P&L & KPI drivers and client contractual requirements. Sourcing and supplier management – ensure effective supplier management and sourcing support. Internal stakeholders – maintain smooth working relationships with all internal stakeholders. Sales and growth – partner with clients to secure organic growth opportunities. Participation in working groups for business development requirements. Project management – assist client where required. Developing and presenting business cases. Create and track employee performance goals & KPI's. Drive and monitor employee training requirements. Budget management and monthly tracking. Support and drive client savings initiatives. Governance Attend local governance calls where required. Participate in finance review calls where required. Ensure client statutory requirements are met. Participate in site sustainability initiatives where required. Decision Making Authority As per approval framework. Management of CMMS, CFMS and related systems. Management of services and client contracts. Compliance with the OHS Act and other statutory requirements. What You Will Bring Experience / Education Minimum of 3 years in facilities management and people management, with a proven track record of managing profitable client sites. Relevant diploma or an NQF Level 5 or 6 facilities management certificate. Full understanding of commercial and financial business principles (P&L, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, GM, GL, EBITDA). Project management skills and experience. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Skills Required Business writing skills – emails and reports. Financial / numeracy skills – full understanding of financial principles. Quality/standards awareness and implementation – as per contractual requirements. Knowledge of contract management – SLAs, KPIs, compliance. Above‑average computer literacy – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI. People management – HR principles, performance management. Leadership – coaching and mentoring skills. Presentation skills. Problem solving. Negotiation. Conflict resolution. Analysis of data trends. Innovative thinking. Ability to interpret maintenance plans, condition assessment of structures and fixed assets. Asset lifecycle management. Knowledge Required Knowledge of Integrated Facilities Management Services (IFM). Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Technical knowledge of facilities operations. Project Management Principles. Sales and growth targets. Knowledge of company policies and procedures. Administration principles and reporting. Knowledge of statutory requirements. Knowledge of cost budgeting and control. CMMS and CFMS knowledge. Competencies Required Team leadership, change management, customer & quality focus, problem solving and decision making, financial & business acumen, communication, innovation and analytical thinking, demonstrate “can do” attitude. Must be able to adapt approach according to operating market (e.g., finance, banking, technology, industrial). Interface / Relationships With Internal: Business Unit Lead, Finance Manager, Procurement, QHSE. External: Clients, suppliers, enterprise teams. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior Level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr