Facilities Management Graduate X2 for Growth Point Properties | Onsite Jhb
Job Purpose
To learn, explore, adopt and assist the business with long-term project work through research, analysis and by taking ownership of specific work streams (under suitable direction). With a focus on continually improving outcomes, the graduate will develop and use best practices to deliver services, applying theoretical knowledge and skills within a practical and complex work environment. By the end of the Graduate programme, the successful individual will be able to share solid knowledge about their experience.
Working Conditions
• Graduate program for 11 months.
• The graduate will be required to travel to some of our off-site offices occasionally.
Budget Responsibility
• The graduate will not have any budgetary responsibility but will assist in preparing reports and processing invoices.
Duties and responsibilities
• Demonstrating strong problem-solving approaches, including the ability to analyse and implement changes to service delivery and directly contribute to continuous service improvements.
• Demonstrating strong written and verbal communications daily by producing reports, papers, briefings, policies, articles and other documentation and presenting these as and when required.
• Assisting in implementing recommendations from their respective property sectors including monitoring and reviewing action plans.
• Preparing business reports and communication appropriate to the intended audience that deliver the required impact and outcomes.
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with all colleagues within the host function/team, project teams and other key contacts, internally and externally.
• Becoming a proactive team member, participating in meetings and events as appropriate and required.
• Taking responsibility for your continuing professional and personal development.
• Contributing to the wider planning of the business as required.
• At all times, acting in accordance with Growthpoint values.
Graduate Summary
This individual will be exposed to all facilities management activities within the office sector. From maintenance to supplier management, the Graduate will experience and learn how important it is to keep office buildings operating at its best. By the end of the Graduate Programme, the successful individual will be able to share solid knowledge about their experience.
Facilities Management – Industrial x2 BSc Construction Management or Facilities Management or Building Sciences
Requirements
Experience
• No prior Work experience (Vacation Work Accepted)
Requirements
• CV
• Detailed Cover Letter
• Certified ID Copy
• Certified copy of Completed Qualification/Transcripts in the relevant field of study (No studies may take place during the graduate programme)
Competencies and Skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• A good mix of interpersonal and analytical skills
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Deadline focused
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good understanding of development and construction documents and agreements
Personal Attributes
• Intelligent self-starter, showing initiative and ability to work autonomously
• Passionate and committed to add value continuously
• Ability to handle pressure and confidential matters
• Available to do occasional after-hours and weekend work when required
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Able to thrive in an environment that frequently questions and challenges
• Flexible and adaptable with a strong ability to multi-task
