Location: Other, Northern Suburbs, Job Type: Full-Time. A successful International Biotechnology company based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town is seeking to employ a driven and hands-on Facility / Operations Manager to join the team. The ideal candidate will have a background in quality systems.

The following will apply Responsibilities: The Facility / Operations Manager are Responsible for overseeing and planning for the following areas, either individually or within a team; Access and Security related too; keys, safes, security guards, visitors, staff. Waste Management; biological, general waste. Electricity, Water/Plumbing, Air Conditioning / Fresh Air:  General air flow and quality, Freezers / Fridges, Backup Generator, Pest Control, Fire Safety; Equipment service / Safety check. H&S Officer to vendors working on site; ensure vendors comply with H&S guidelines. Gas Cylinders; CO2; LPG. General Maintenance and upkeep, example: plumbing, minor electricity, wood work, welding (hot work), painting, minor repairs where needed etc.

Arrange service events with Vendors related to Operations; obtain quotes, minor management of records of quotes, orders and Invoices. Project management; plan, prepare budgets for projects and oversee. Maintaining a good recordkeeping of service log books, completed checks and equipment databases; as per company procedures. Manage a team of one or more workers related to operations. Write/Review Standard Operating Procedures. Provide training related to Operations. Project Management on new laboratory extensions.

Requirements:  Grade 12. Operations / Management qualification. 5 years’ experience within a similar role. Being from a science background will be to your advantage. Have experience / good understanding about Quality Assurance; to work in a compliant manner to rules/regulations set out by the quality department or other regulatory body. Available on weekends to perform tasks. Available afterhours for crises management. Own reliable transport with valid driver’s licence. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

To Apply, send your CV and salary expectations to: melissa@personastaff.co.za