Hey! We're ikeja, with a lowercase "i", always. We're a home-grown tech company that builds tools and services enabling affordable internet access to Ekasi (Definition: Search Results - Ekasi is a township; slang meaning = my community). In short, we provide the internet and we provide it like never before. We're changing the game, wait - no one has ever done this - we're creating the game on how to provide the most affordable unlimited internet and associated services to South Africa. By serving our customers, we're capturing the opportunity to bridge the digital divide and unlock the potential of deserved communities. We're looking for people who are not only inspired by this goal but who are passionate about helping us achieve it. Role | What you will be doing The purpose of the job is to manage the renovation and upgrade of the ikeja HQ offices and to ensure the proper functioning and appearance of the property through the management of preventive and emergency measures. Requirements Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to): The role: Project manage the renovation and upgrade of ikeja HQ offices Manage all preventative and emergency maintenance with regard to plumbing, electrical and aesthetic elements Build up a contact list of preferred suppliers/external contractors (E.g. plumbers and electricians) for work that is carried out at ikeja offices Proactive identification of problem areas/snags in the building Management of maintenance employees and cleaning staff within ikeja Establishment of an office procurement process for items required for the role Establishment of office cleaning policies and employee compliance Contact point for employees to log maintenance issues Swiftly fix emergency issues whilst being cost-conscious Record every incident that occurs on the property and notify those responsible for the appropriate follow-up action Any defects in any part of the building found during patrols should be recorded in a daily patrol report, with details to be communicated to the Facilities Manager Prepare weekly reports Attend to any issues arising from property management and daily inspections Notify employees of any hazards, routine maintenance, or temporary changes to the environment Other ad-hoc duties that may arise Individual Measure Identify snags and problem areas Initiate and maintain all office-related maintenance Establish processes and procedures relating to maintenance Develop maintenance plans and preferred supplier list Prepare reports Manage employees and all JHB offices Coordinate contractors and subcontractors as well as internal employees Improve current conditions (upgrade) and maintain a high standard Benefits Why you should join us The opportunity to grow both in your personal and professional capacity - you'll get to work with extremely smart and capable people, who come from all walks of life and career backgrounds. Comfort in joining a fast-growing internet startup with a long monetary runway that finds itself in the telecommunications space. A sector that has been somewhat sheltered from the effects of the current global pandemic. Free ikeja internet at your home! (If you are in a coverage area) A bucketful of challenging problems to solve, so hopefully that's your thing! Working for impact - as we solve lower LSM internet connectivity in South Africa. Why you should not join us You only want to be working on the high-level strategic projects in your role and don't want to embrace its full spectrum or be 'in the trenches'. You're looking for a very structured environment where nothing ever changes, and you're not open to learning new things.
