Maintenance Coordinator

The Facilities Co-ordinator is responsible for the maintenance and repair work of all facilities in the Distribution Centre, as well as proactively managing ad-hoc projects related to the Facilities department.  

To work closely with contractors as well as handling queries and reports to ensure the facilities department operates effectively. 

Key Performance areas: 

Manage Contractors; 

• Schedule workloads 
• Monitor contractor performance on minor repair work 
• Keep monthly maintenance spreadsheets updated 
• Conduct disciplinary discussions when necessary, according to Shoprite procedures 
• Ensure contractors comply with OHS 
• Control expenditure 
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the allocated site 
• Reporting and following up on repair work 
• Signing of job cards on completion of work 

Quality Control; 

• Minimize downtime on equipment or MHE to improve productivity 
• Manage MHE abuse and cost recovery, schedule monthly MHE meetings 
• Handle invoice queries, contact person between Contractors and Finance Department regarding payment 
• Ensure staff adhere to PPE regulations (cleaning & maintenance staff) 
• Manage and monitor equipment according to company standards 
• Maintain a safe working environment 

Requirements for this position: 

Tertiary education;

•  Recognized Facilities Management qualification or engineering qualification. 

Previous knowledge;

• 2-3 years supervisory experience in mechanical, electrical engineering or refrigeration experience, preferably in a Warehouse/Distribution Center
• Experience with maintaining MHE, refrigeration, equipment washers, conveyors, would be advantageous.   

Knowledge / Skills;

• Working knowledge of building maintenance and repair work 
• Knowledge of MHE
• Preventative maintenance programs Mechanical equipment, air conditioning, fire systems, emergency power 
• OHS Act 

Competencies;

• Leading & supervising 
• Working with people 
• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations 
• Coping with pressure and setbacks  
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives 
• Adapting and responding to change 
• Following instructions and procedures