Planned & Reactive Maintenance
Preventative maintenance of buildings and engineering services, corrective maintenance and emergency repairs.
Facilities Management
Infrastructure Maintenance
Maintaining safe, reliable, sustainable and fit-for-purpose University infrastructure.
Campus Infrastructure
Infrastructure Maintenance
Preserving and improving the University’s physical assets through planned maintenance, compliance and technical support.
Infrastructure Maintenance
Safe, reliable and fit-for-purpose facilities
The Infrastructure Maintenance Department is responsible for preserving, maintaining and enhancing the University's physical infrastructure and property portfolio to provide safe, reliable, sustainable and fit-for-purpose facilities that support teaching, learning, research and community engagement. Through effective asset lifecycle management, planned maintenance, statutory compliance and sustainable infrastructure solutions, the Department safeguards institutional assets, reduces maintenance backlogs, improves the reliability and quality of the built environment, and promotes a safe and conducive environment for staff, students and visitors.Key Responsibilities
Maintenance services
Condition & Compliance
Condition assessments, infrastructure inspections and statutory compliance of infrastructure and building services.
Asset Lifecycle Management
Maintenance planning, asset lifecycle management and continuous improvement of infrastructure performance.
Building Fabric
Roofing, waterproofing, painting, flooring, ceilings, finishes and related building-fabric maintenance.
Engineering Services
Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and civil infrastructure maintenance and technical support.
Operational & Event Support
Temporary and hired infrastructure, venue furniture setup, maintenance and logistical support for events, lectures and examinations.
Contractor Management
Contractor management, quality assurance of maintenance works and implementation of standards and procedures.
Capital Refurbishment Support
Technical support for institutional infrastructure projects and capital refurbishment programmes.
Current Activities
Strategic maintenance programmes
Building Waterproofing & Roof Rehabilitation
Targeted rehabilitation to protect building fabric and reduce water-related failures.
HVAC Maintenance & Replacement
Planned servicing and replacement of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems.
Water Reticulation & Pump Upgrades
Improvements to campus water infrastructure and associated pumping systems.
Fire Detection & Firefighting Equipment Servicing
Ongoing servicing and compliance support for fire-safety infrastructure.
Planned Maintenance Programme
Development and implementation of the University's planned maintenance programme.
Infrastructure Asset Register
Development and management of structured infrastructure asset information.
Facilities Maintenance System
Open Archibus Log a maintenance request
UNIVEN uses the Archibus Integrated Workplace Management System for repairs, maintenance, waste, cleaning and other facilities enquiries.
Maintenance enquiries: maintenance@univen.ac.za • Ext: 8222