Specialist: Facilities, Safety & Wellness

Role Purpose:

• Responsible for the management of technical services and all employee wellness-related initiatives that support Infinity Services Partner Company. Ensuring that all employees have the most suitable working environment and work-life balance.
• Accountable for both strategic planning and day-to-day operations, particularly in relation to buildings and premises, Health and Safety protocols, and Employee wellness and assistance programs. 

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

Facilities Management and Health & Safety

Facilities

• Prepare tender documentation for technical projects.
• Project manage, supervise, and coordinate contractors
• Investigate the technical suitability of new building premises.
• Champion and drive the GREEN & ENERGY building initiatives
• Benchmark the industry cost of services to achieve maximum value for money
• Plan and organise future developments in line with strategic business objectives
• Manage and lead change to ensure minimum disruption to core activities
• Direct and plan essential services related to building maintenance
• Ensure building compliance with municipal regulations and Health & Safety
• Contractor management, SLA benchmarking, and following up on any deficiencies
• Respond to emergencies and urgent projects as they arise.

Safety

• Develop and enforce safety policies to eliminate workplace hazards.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify risks and ensure compliance.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide employee training and education on safety practices, emergency procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and industry-specific safety regulations.
• Maintain records and reporting of safety incidents, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with management and staff to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Employee Wellness

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to drive key wellness initiatives
• Coordinate interventions & wellness events
• Organise and manage Wellness & Health days
• Compile monthly newsletters for the company & relevant parties
• Coordinate Ad hoc  Services and manage supplier relationships
• Maintain the office environment and ensure that it's conducive
• Manage the Employee Assistance Program
• Distribute stock and merchandise in line with wellness day initiatives
• Ensure monthly and quarterly reporting on the effectiveness of initiatives

Core competencies, knowledge and experience

Job Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of Facilities / Building Management  
• Relevant Facilities Health, Safety, and Quality Legislation
• Wellness Strategy
• ISO standards  
• Statutory Regulation  
• Contract Management
• Finance and Budgetary
• Building Management Control Systems  
• Project Management

Job-Related Skill:

• Negotiation
• Communication
• Interpersonal
• Analytical
• Problem solving
• Engineering, electrical, and mechanical skills
• Event Management
• Planning and Organising

Job Experience/Education

• Matric/Grade 12
• Relevant qualification – Preferable 3 Year Degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Facilities/property/real estate/building or construction/ Electrical Engineering management
• 2-3 years’ experience in managing Safety initiatives
• 2-3 years’ experience in managing Wellness initiatives

Closing date for Applications: 5 November 2026.