FACILITIES SPECIALIST

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The National Lotteries Commission (NLC), a Scheduled 3A entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), is a statutory body established in terms of the Lotteries Act (Act 57 of 1997), as amended with the purpose of regulating South African Lotteries and administering the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund (NLDTF). Suitably qualified prospective candidates who are South African citizens are invited to submit their applications to fill the position listed below. The National Lotteries Commission is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender, and disability.

FINANCE DIVISION

FACILITIES SPECIALIST (12 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

THE PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To plan, coordinate and supervise the operations of the Facilities of the NLC, including, fleet management,
safety, security management, and coordination of facilities usage. The incumbent will also ensure
organisational compliance to occupational safety and legal requirements. Work closely with the OHS
Specialist in the implementation of the safety programme at all levels as per the requirement of the OHS
Act. This role is also required to manage the physical security initiatives at all NLC Offices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Technical Bachelor degree ( Built environment/ Engineering/ OHS or similar) or an Equivalent
  Facilities Management Qualification.
• Security Management Qualification would be advantageous.
• A State Security Clearance from the SSA would be advantageous.

REQUIRED EXPIRIENCE

• 5 years facilities management experience

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop NLC Facilities and Security Policies and Procedures
• Develop and execute the Facilities Operational Plan to meet capacity and requirements in line with the overall NLC’s plans
• Oversee all Facilities infrastructure maintenance and services contracts.
• Develop and implement an effective and efficient system for Facilities Management.
• Manage the provision of security services to support physical security standards of protection for staff,
  customers and assets at points of representation, other strategic installations and support operations.
• Develop general security awareness by conducting awareness sessions with staff across NLC.
• Manage security compliance, ensuring that all NLC employees, tenants, visitors and contractors are
  adhering to all NLC security protocols.
• Liaise between NLC and law enforcement agencies such as SAPS, SSA, Metro Police and any safety
  regulatory bodies.
• Overall responsibility for facilities management for the HQ and 9 provincial offices
• Planning, directing, coordinating & budgeting for office space and related facilities.
• Supervise procurement and maintenance and upgrades of furniture, utilities, security systems and
  signage for the overall facility. ( head office and provincial offices )
• Act as liaison to security, burglar, fire alarm service, pest control service, and other services provider.
• Ensure that the organisation is kept up to date with legal requirements and identified, reviewed and
  implemented as part of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (“OHSMS”).

REQUIRED COMPETENCY AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of facilities and building regulations and legislation
• Decision Making and Initiating Action
• Applicable treasury regulations and legislation governing safekeeping and destruction of documents.
• People Management Skills (Delegation Skills, Directing, Motivating)
• Good Interpersonal Skills
• Planning and Organising
• Project Management

Note: Recommended candidates will be subjected to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment.
Background verification, social media checks and security vetting will form part of the selection process and successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The NLC reserves the right not to fill any advertised position(s).

IMPORTANT NOTICE: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email
• Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply;
• Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only;
• CV`s from Recruitment Agencies will not be considered.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Submit your comprehensive C.V with qualifications attached to the following email address: Recruit@nlcsa.org.za.
• This is a re-advert and those who had previously applied for this position need not re-apply as your candidacy is
  still being considered.

CLOSING DATE: 30 OCTOBER 2024

All the best with your applications.