Graham Petro

Experience

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  University of Stellenbosch

  Jan 2005 - Sept 2012

  Facilities Manager

  · Management of planned and unplanned maintenance of all electrical assets that are the responsibility of the Property Services division within Facilities management in accordance with the relevant service level agreements (SLA's). Co-ordinates and assist actions regarding the documentation and procurement process. Monitor and manage projects in respect of quality, time, and cost. Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts. Evaluate drawings and providing technical input to building projects as well as major refurbishments.· Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders. Interacting with the relevant professional disciplines to optimize the university's current resources. Consult and interact with key stakeholders to improve service delivery. Manage and maintain the supplier's database and provides mentorship to emerging service providers. Maintain employee relations through resolving employee grievances and representing Facilities Management at relevant internal and external conflict resolutions and/or disciplinary hearings. Identify gaps amongst current staff and motivate staff to deliver effective service through the optimization of available skills and resources. Trains, mentors, and coach sub-ordinates and manage staff diversity.· Prepares and submit financial reports to internal and external stakeholders to facilitate informed management decisions. Manage the division's budget through reviewing actual expenditure in comparison to budget expenditure.Ensure strict adherence to the Health, Safety and Environmental standards, guidelines, and policies in and around the workplace. Leads and communicates the importance of Health, Safety and Environmental excellence as a foundation for operational excellence. Show less

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  Base Port

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2015

  Director

  · Strategic Planning of all aspects of business· Own and manage courier franchise· Operations , logistics, marketing· Recruitment and training of staff· Maintain existing clients and build client base· Sales and marketing of business· Financial management of business

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  Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

  Oct 2015 - now

  To successfully manage engineering ( Mechanical and Electrical) maintenance projects from the project initiation phase to final works completion in accordance with legislation and organizational policies and procedures. Project Management

  • Technical Services Manager

    Nov 2015 - now

  • Technical Manager

    Oct 2015 - now