Executive Manager: Operations
Gauteng Growth and Development Agency GGDA · Gauteng
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- The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for leading and managing the organisation's day-to-day operations, including Facilities Planning and Development, Facilities Maintenance, Business Support Services, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality SHEQ, and Information and Communication Technology ICT. The role ensures effective execution of the organisation's strategy and business plan in support of key organisational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement operational strategy and divisional roadmaps
- Manage strategic stakeholder relationships across government, industry, and partners
- Oversee divisional budgeting, financial management, and expenditure control
- Provide strategic oversight of office administration and facilities management
- Ensure operational efficiency, risk management, compliance, and governance adherence
- Lead infrastructure development, maintenance, Information and Communication Technology ICT, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality SHEQ, and security functions
- Oversee organisational reporting, including non-financial performance reporting
- Drive strategic projects, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team
Minimum Requirements
- Matric Grade 12 and a Bachelor's Degree NQF Level 7 in the Built Environment e.g. Quantity Surveying, Property Management, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Real Estate, Architecture e.tc or related field and
- Postgraduate qualification NQF Level 8 in Built Environment/ Business Management/ Operations Management/Project Management or related field
- Professional registration with the relevant Built Environment Council e.g. PrQS, PrCPM, PrCM, PrArch, etc. will be an added advantage
- Minimum 10 years' management experience, with at least 5 years at Executive or Senior Management level in industrial park or property management
- Experience in Facilities Development and Planning, Facilities Maintenance, Business Support Services, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality SHEQ, and Information and Communication Technology ICT will be advantageous
- Strong background in strategic and financial management, operations and administrative leadership
- Knowledge of process optimisation, integration, and continuous improvement
- Knowledge of project management, corporate governance, business controls, and Board-level reporting