Deputy Director: Facilities Management

To develop and implement a sustainable, coordinated, integrated and comprehensive health system at all levels, based on the Primary Health Care approach through the District Health System, to ensure universal access to health care.REQUIREMENTS : Degree / National Diploma in Public Management/Public Administration/ Health service Management. 3 years Managerial experience at Assistant Director Level in Facilities Management. A Valid Driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies required: Knowledge of Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, National Health Act, Skills Development Act, Employment Equity Act. People management, financial management, Planning and organising. Time management. Leadership, Organizational, decision making and problem-solving abilities. Financial and budgetary knowledge. Human Resource Management and Communication skills. Self-discipline and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision. Independent, Patience, Commitment, Trustworthiness, Honesty, Accountability, Commitment to excellence, Continuous learning, Amenable to change, Cultural awareness and Project Management.

DUTIES :

Ensure effective co-ordination, management and quality of work all the functional components of the systems department within the Hospital i.e. Cleaning, Portering, Linen management, Mortuary, Transport, Messengers, Registry, Food Service, accommodation, Safety & Security, IT and Patient Administration. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical utilisation of resources allocated to the institution including the development of staff. Manage Contracts of all out-sourced services provided by private companies to ensure compliance with service level agreement. Ensure that risk management, safety programs and Ideal Hospital Norms and Standards requirements are adhered to by all staff. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical management of allocated resources of the Division. Ensure that staff wear proper PPE and Uniform in line with KZN Health Uniform code. Develop policies and strategies aimed at improving service delivery. Perform regular walk abouts in the institution. Present reports at management meetings about the state of the institution. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical management of allocated resources of the Division. Ensure utilities and critical systems reliability with zero downtime for life support systems e.g. generators, medical, gases, HVAC, water and sewer boilers. Ensure delivery of services within budget, PFMA, Treasury Regulations and improve efficiency. Compile leave plan and update leave registers. Implement performance management and development system for staff support clinical services to deliver patient care. Ensure adherence to health, safety standards and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. Actively support the implementation of revenue enhancement strategy. Provide facilities leadership to support planning, implementation and maintenance of infrastructure in line with operational requirements. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Enforce disciplinary code and procedure. Ensure compliance to quality standards.