Maintenance Manager

Maintenance manager oversees building repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility safety, combining hands-on technical repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry) with team supervision and administrative scheduling. They ensure building operates efficiently, manage work orders, coordinate contractors, and maintain health and safety standards.

3Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs: Perform or supervise plumbing, basic electrical, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Management & Supervision: Schedule and supervise maintenance of staff, manage maintenance requests, and coordinate with contractors.
• Facility Oversight: Conduct regular inspections of buildings, machinery, and equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all work meets safety standards, including fire safety checks and equipment inspections.
• Administration: Maintain accurate records of repairs, inventory of tools and parts

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance, repairs, or a similar role.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems.
• Tools: Skilled in using hand and power tools.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills..
• License: Valid driver’s license
• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical certification is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• handy man: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• drivers licence (Required)

Work Location: In person