Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Thank You Note
Portfolio
Accomplishments
Timeline
SIMON RAPULE KEKANA

SIMON RAPULE KEKANA

Building Manager
Sandton

Summary

Professional in building operations, prepared to oversee facility management with focus on efficiency and tenant satisfaction. Proven ability to streamline maintenance processes and enhance operational performance. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs, ensuring smooth facility operations and high-quality service.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

BUILDING MANAGER

REDEFINE PROPERTIES
12.2021 - Current
  • Ensure effective business relations with tenants.
  • Takes charge of all emergencies and ensures responsible back-up is available to take corrective action as necessary.
  • Manage the outsourced service provider's teams, including any specialized services team.
  • Conduct regular inspections of the buildings.
  • Implement and manage a planned maintenance schedule.
  • Implements all maintenance and general procurement of materials and parts, scheduled installations and oversees that such repairs are accomplished in a safe and timely manner.
  • Manage any ad hoc repairs and maintenance as required.
  • Take responsibility for the maintenance of all critical equipment in buildings.
  • Establish and maintain a safe, clean, attractive and effective environment for all employees.
  • Provide services and support in a high-quality, cost-effective manner by motivating the maintenance workforce.
  • Provide and maintain the necessary tools, materials and equipment for efficient and safe work.
  • Maintains accurate records with regard to annual inspection of equipment and general preventative maintenance including rotational work assignment and over-time allowances.
  • Demonstrate responsible management of budgetary resources.
  • Rating and Classification of Service Providers to ensure in line provision of services in terms of the predetermined scope of works.
  • Appointment of Service Providers on a contractual basis based on Tender Summary Documentation obtained from Procurement Office.
  • Undertaking parking and storage area audits to ensure captured leasing information is accurate.
  • Showing vacant spaces to prospective Tenants.
  • Carrying out regular Tenant visits on a courtesy basis and deal with operational issues that are long outstanding.
  • Visits properties daily to ensure that the standards are kept on par and that the properties are being maintained as required.
  • Preparing Capex Budgets.
  • Preparing R&M Budgets.
  • Preparing Preventative Maintenance Schedules.
  • Briefing Tenants on major infrastructure projects.

PROPERTY RECEPTIONIST

STALLION SECURITY SERVICES
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Company Overview: PROPERTY RECEPTIONIST REDEFINE
  • Welcoming on-site guests determine the nature of business and announce guests to appropriate personnel.
  • Answering incoming telephone calls, determining purpose of callers, and forwarding calls to appropriate personnel or departments.
  • Taking and delivering messages or transferring calls to voicemail when appropriate personnel are unavailable.
  • Scheduling conference rooms.
  • Assist administrative assistants with clerical duties to include faxing, copying, and organizing/maintaining files.
  • Coordinate with vendors and services they provide.
  • Ensure main voicemail reflects office closings, special events as well as posting office closed signs.
  • Answering questions about organization and provides callers with address, directions, and other information requested.
  • Receiving and forwarding incoming faxes.
  • Receives, sorts and distributes mail.
  • Support administrative and special projects requirements, as assigned.
  • Second in charge of the building and assisting the building manager with anything they require.
  • Client liaison and direct communication with all tenants inside the building.
  • PROPERTY RECEPTIONIST REDEFINE

RECEPTIONIST

MAGEN SECURITY SERVICES
12.2018 - 11.2020
  • Company Overview: FACEBOOK AFRICA RECEPTIONIST
  • Answering incoming telephone calls, determining purpose of callers, and forwarding calls to appropriate personnel or departments.
  • Taking and delivering messages or transferring calls to voicemail when appropriate personnel are unavailable.
  • Scheduling conference rooms.
  • Assist administrative assistants with clerical duties to include faxing, copying, and organizing/maintaining files.
  • Coordinate with vendors and services they provide.
  • Ensure main voicemail reflects office closings, special events as well as posting office closed signs.
  • Answering questions about organization and provides callers with address, directions, and other information requested.
  • Receiving and forwarding incoming faxes.
  • Receives, sorts and distributes mail.
  • FACEBOOK AFRICA RECEPTIONIST

EXECUTIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST

ARCFYRE INTERNATIONAL GROUP
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • The duties of the executive security agent extend to the inconveniences that a family experiences from day to day. This agent has skills in logistics, weapons, emergency medical response, tactical driving, communications, armaments and special intelligence. The agent is not limited to certain duties and can assist with small issues such as a tire change, escorting kids to school to anti-hijacking, vehicle recovery, home invasions, escorting the client to the required destination safely, night house checkup and more.

CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICER

ARCFYRE GROUP
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • Coordinated with venue staff and event planners to ensure adequate security measures were in place for client events or appearances.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards regarding client information and operations, preserving their privacy and reputation at all times.
  • Conducted regular vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to guarantee safe transportation for clients at all times.
  • Improved situational awareness, utilizing advanced surveillance equipment for effective monitoring of environments.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and quick decision-making skills during high-pressure situations, ensuring client safety at all times.
  • Offered guidance and advice on personal safety matters to clients, helping them make informed decisions about their security needs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with industry trends and best practices for executive protection services.
  • Provided discreet protection services, allowing clients to conduct business without unnecessary interruptions or distractions.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and confidence in the ability to provide exceptional security services.
  • Ensured timely response to incidents with efficient communication between team members and local authorities.
  • Rendered first aid when necessary, utilizing medical training skills to assist both clients and colleagues during emergencies or accidents.
  • Reduced potential threats by consistently monitoring clients'' surroundings and pre-planning travel routes.
  • Trained new team members on proper procedures and techniques, contributing to a highly skilled security workforce.

Education

CALL CENTER CERTIFICATE - Sale training, Telephone Etiquette, Communication Skills, Inbound Call Management, Basic and advanced Customer Service

THEBE RECRUITMENT

MATRIC N3 (NTC) - Mathematics N3, Engineering science N3, Engineering drawing N3, Building & Civil Technology N3, English 1st language, Afrikaans 2nd language

INTEC COLLEGE

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIPLOMA - SHE Awareness, SHE Representative, SHE Incident Investigation, Safety Audit Inspection, HIRA

OXBRIDGE ACADEMY

Skills

Project Management

Certification

NOSA level 1 first Aid

Thank You Note

Thank you for the time spent to peruse my curriculum vitae.

Portfolio

  • Hampton Office Park, 64,932.0000, R 251,100,000.0000, 52, A Grade
  • Bryanston Place Office Park, 8,766.0000, R 137,500,000.0000, 14, A Grade
  • Silverpoint Office Park, 9,166.0000, R 54,800,000.0000, 6, A Grade
  • 66 Peter Place Office Park, 9,473.0000, R 40,000,000.0000, 5, A Grade
  • Silverstream Business Park, 35,325.0000, R 264,100,000.0000, 15, A Grade

Accomplishments

I am an experienced and dedicated Building Manager with a strong background in facilities management, building maintenance, contractor supervision, project coordination, and compliance. I take pride in maintaining high standards across all operational aspects of a property, ensuring tenant satisfaction and asset preservation.

My strengths lie in proactive problem-solving, effective budget management, and ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met and exceeded. I am confident in my ability to oversee both technical and soft services, manage contractors, and ensure health and safety compliance, while building strong working relationships with tenants, service providers, and stakeholders.

I believe I am the ideal candidate for this position because I bring a hands-on approach, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering results in a fast-paced, demanding environment. My goal is always to ensure the building operates efficiently, safely, and in line with strategic goals.

Timeline

BUILDING MANAGER - REDEFINE PROPERTIES
12.2021 - Current
PROPERTY RECEPTIONIST - STALLION SECURITY SERVICES
11.2019 - 01.2021
RECEPTIONIST - MAGEN SECURITY SERVICES
12.2018 - 11.2020
EXECUTIVE SUPPORT SPECIALIST - ARCFYRE INTERNATIONAL GROUP
12.2017 - 12.2018
CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICER - ARCFYRE GROUP
12.2017 - 12.2018
INTEC COLLEGE - MATRIC N3 (NTC), Mathematics N3, Engineering science N3, Engineering drawing N3, Building & Civil Technology N3, English 1st language, Afrikaans 2nd language
OXBRIDGE ACADEMY - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY DIPLOMA, SHE Awareness, SHE Representative, SHE Incident Investigation, Safety Audit Inspection, HIRA
THEBE RECRUITMENT - CALL CENTER CERTIFICATE, Sale training, Telephone Etiquette, Communication Skills, Inbound Call Management, Basic and advanced Customer Service

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