Space Optimisation Specialist

Who are we?
Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is focused on serving our retail and corporate clients in South Africa and further developing our strategic advantages in the South African market. Sanlam Life and Savings consists of three clusters - Sanlam Corporate, Sanlam Retail Mass and Sanlam Retail Affluent. The Sanlam Life and Savings Office provides strategic direction, coordination and support to the three clusters, as well as performing governance oversight that includes assurance provided by second line of defense functions in SLS, to enable us to meet our business objectives. Build a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters - Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development. What will you do?
Responsible for planning, coordinating and organizing the activities associated with facilities space planning. The purpose of the role is to review construction plans and specifications; and coordinate and conduct on-site inspections to ensure proper space planning measures and protocols are utilized. What will make you successful in this role?
Coordinate and managing the long
- and short-term space planning needs for all departments
Review construction plans and specifications
Work with Facilities Maintenance Department on facility projects to ensure integrity of planning is incorporated into the design and construction phases of the project
Obtain current information of the Sanlam Group’s facility inventory and furniture
Update and revise information in a computerized or automated format system to provide:
Employee locations,
Assess space needs for equipment.
Parking;
Ensure appropriate involvement of Sanlam Group departments and assign contractors

**Other responsibilities include**:
prioritizing, scheduling and monitoring requests;
maintains databases, project files, spreadsheets and related documentation on new construction, renovations, remodels, and expansions;
payments to contractors upon completion of tasks
meeting with affected departments to recommend changes in space utilization or assignment; and identifying and resolving Qualification and Experience
B degree or relevant NQF 7 qualification
5-10 years’ experience
Managing and leading a team
Project and people management skills
Contract Management experience Knowledge and Skills
Sound knowledge of Space Planning and Design principles
Knowledge of CAD, REVVIT and appropriate layout and design software.
Knowledge of local and national laws and by-laws relating to building management and Construction.
Possess project and people management skills Behavioral Competencies
Flexible and Adaptable (Being Resilient)
Excellent Communication
Influencing & Negotiation skills Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others Customer focus - Contributing through others Drives results - Contributing through others Collaborates - Contributing through others Being resilient - Contributing through others Turnaround time
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.