Head of Facilities Job Vacancy in Kenya

Head of Facilities 

Job Ref.
 LOG 02/2011 

The Position:
 

Reporting to the Director Logistics, the Head of Facilities is responsible for the management and maintenance of all KCB Group facilities and properties; including head office and branch infrastructure as well as managing new construction project contracts.
 

In addition the role holder will co-ordinate functions of Transport, Mailing, Tea and Water services provision across the business.
 

Key Responsibilities


  • Develop and implement an organization wide facilities and properties management strategy. 
  • Develop facilities and properties maintenance and monitoring plans for managing the high quality standards and appearance of Banks facilities and properties. 
  • Manage and supervise construction projects. 
  • Co-ordinate /Manage contracting of services.
  • Maintains and enforces all applicable OSHA and relevant regulatory requirements. 
  • Acts as liaison with local authority as it relates to fire, security, and occupational safety 
  • Ensure adherence of facilities/properties policies and practices with the Banks green agenda 
  • Review estimates and designs for all developments 
  • Manage outsourced services contracts 
  • Continuously review and develop cost effective refurbishments model 
  • Manage banks vehicle fleet as well as external providers of transport services such as Taxi companies 
  • Oversee mailing, registry and water provision services 
  • Manage process improvement in disposal of non-core assets of the bank 
  • Manage performance, training and development of staff within Facilities department
The Person 
  • A Bachelors Degree from a recognized University in a relevant field. 
  • Possession of a relevant professional qualification e.g. Architectural, Engineering, Quantity Surveyor. 
  • An MBA will be an added advantage 
  • A minimum of 5 years professional experience within Property/Facilities and Building Construction management, including management of a comprehensive facilities/ buildings maintenance program. 
  • Demonstrated experience and track record in Project Management 
  • Proven record of working with third parties in service delivery and role execution. 
  • Demonstrated Leadership and People Management skills 
  • Excellent presentation and Communication skills 
  • Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate. 

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
 

To be considered your application must be received by 5th September 2011.
 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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