Maintenance Manager
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
About the Company
Italtile Limited is a JSE-listed entity managing a diverse portfolio of over 200 retail and manufacturing properties across South Africa. The Property & Facilities Management division is responsible for maintaining asset integrity, operational compliance, and cost-effective upkeep across all properties in the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities & KPIs
1. Site Inspections & Regional Coverage
- Conduct structured site visits to all stores and properties within their assigned region, at a minimum frequency of once every four (4) months.
- Assess building conditions, identify maintenance deficiencies, and prioritise remediation activities.
- Maintain a comprehensive visit log and produce post-inspection reports for each property.
2. Fault Diagnosis & Technical Problem-Solving
- Troubleshoot and diagnose building-related defects across multiple disciplines, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
- Develop practical, cost-effective solutions and remediation plans for all identified issues.
- Carry out minor repairs personally where appropriate, minimising unnecessary contractor expenditure and ensuring swift resolution.
3. Contractor Sourcing & Management
- Identify, vet, and appoint suitably qualified and compliant contractors in accordance with company procurement policies.
- Obtain competitive quotations and ensure all approvals are secured prior to work commencement.
- Supervise contractor activities on-site to ensure quality, safety compliance, and adherence to agreed timelines.
4. Procurement Compliance & Cost Control
- Ensure strict adherence to the company's procurement processes at all times.
- Control maintenance expenditure within approved budgets and report variances to the Property Project Manager.
- Communicate cost estimates to store management and obtain written cost agreement before any work is authorised.
5. Scheduled Maintenance Management
- Develop, implement, and monitor planned preventative maintenance schedules across the regional property portfolio.
- Ensure all scheduled maintenance projects are executed on time, within scope, and to the required standard.
- Maintain up-to-date records of all planned and completed maintenance activities.
6. OHS Compliance
- Enforce strict compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and all applicable Construction Regulations across all sites and contractor activities.
- Conduct and document site-specific OHS risk assessments.
- Ensure all contractors operating on company properties meet OHS compliance requirements before and during works.
7. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
- Compile accurate and detailed maintenance reports covering work planned, in progress, and completed for submission to the Property Project Manager.
- Communicate proactively and agree with store managers and internal stakeholders on maintenance activities, costs, and timelines.
- Ensure all cost allocations are discussed and formally agreed with the relevant store and Property Project Manager prior to work being authorised.
Minimum requirements
Qualifications
Requirement | Detail |
Trade / Artisan Certificate | Relevant trade qualification (advantageous) |
OHS Training | Formal OHS and Construction Regulations training (essential) |
Driver's Licence | Valid, unendorsed South African driver's licence (essential) |
Passport | Valid South African passport (essential — travel across SA required) |
Experience
Requirement | Detail |
Commercial & Industrial Construction | Minimum 10 years of relevant, hands-on experience |
Supervisory / Foreman Experience | Prior experience as a Foreman within a construction or maintenance environment (essential) |
Multi-Site Maintenance | Demonstrated ability to manage maintenance across multiple properties simultaneously |