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siphokazi T. — Senior Facilities Manager from South Africa

siphokazi T.

Senior Facilities Manager

South Africa Less than 1 year
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Siphokazi T. is a seasoned Senior Facilities Manager based in Cape Town, South Africa, with over a decade of expertise in managing government, retail, and commercial portfolios. Transitioning from client liaison roles into comprehensive site leadership, she has an excellent record in steering preventative maintenance programs, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors, and ensuring adherence to health and safety compliance across diverse precincts, including occupied residential and parliamentary facilities. She is recognized for her precision and ability to maintain budgetary and timeline specifications under pressure. Her skills include building inspections, space planning, and installations, with a proficiency in MS Office and the Concept helpdesk system. Siphokazi is fluent in English, Xhosa, and Zulu, and holds an Advanced Facilities Management qualification from the University of Pretoria. Her contributions have consistently aligned operational execution with corporate goals, supporting enhanced business continuity and client satisfaction.

Experience

  • Facilities Management Junior Manager

    TEFLA Group — Parliamentary Villages Facilities Management · 2022 — 2024
    Oversaw building inspections to assess repair and renovation needs within the parliamentary residential precinct. Orchestrated preventative maintenance programmes aimed at reducing unplanned downtime and enhancing asset longevity. Coordinated installations and refurbishments throughout the project lifecycle. Ensured that equipment and supplies were maintained to meet required health and safety standards. Supervised facilities staff, including landscapers and artisans, along with subcontractors, confirming that work aligned with specifications, budgets, and timelines.
  • Client Liaison and Administration

    Broll Facilities Management · 2013 — 2019
    Served as the main point of contact between the company, representatives of the Department of Public Works (DPW), and residents concerning maintenance and operational issues. Handled emergency repair call-outs, coordinating contractors and monitoring the resolution of urgent problems. Conducted site inspections and generated reports for DPW and internal stakeholders. Monitored compliance with legal and safety regulations, while fostering safety awareness and training contractors in health and safety practices. Administered daily facilities operations at residential sites, ensuring properties were clean, well-maintained, and in good condition. Managed space planning and approved supplier/contractor invoices for processing.
  • Facilities Coordinator

    WSP Group · 2010 — 2013
    Recorded and monitored incoming maintenance requests using the Concept helpdesk system, ensuring adherence to WSP procedures. Followed up on outstanding work instructions and promptly escalated Priority 1 and 2 issues to the Account Manager. Managed daily contractor communications and service updates, addressing customer inquiries about property maintenance.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • Advanced Facilities Management
    University of Pretoria
  • Matric
    Alphandale High School

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