General Maintenance Handyman

Our client based in Cape Town is seeking a General Maintenance Handyman to join their team, this would be a 12-month contract position. The ideal person would be responsible for carrying out general maintenance work within the complex.
We are on the hunt for a skilled and reliable handyman to join our maintenance department. As a handyman, you will be responsible for upkeep and repair duties including maintaining green spaces, identifying the need for repairs, and servicing company equipment. To be an effective handyman, you need to be skilled and hard-working, with outstanding problem-solving abilities. Skilfull hands, good physical stamina, and strong technical knowledge are important parts of the successful candidates’ talents.

Responsibilities:
Perform basic tasks including carrying out maintenance repairs, such as:

• Painting and filling minor cracks,
• Basic carpentry work (repairs to doors and windows),
• Basic plumbing, electrical and safety work,
• Plastering and brick work (minor works)
• Perform repairs on company machinery, equipment or appliances.
• Perform garden services, maintain and improve green spaces.
• Detect and report the need for minor to major maintenance repairs.
• Regularly check communal spaces to identify issues with litter, maintenance or breakdowns.
• Maintain the cleanliness of outside spaces such as parking lots and sidewalks.
• Oversee the refuse cages stay clean on the company premises.
• Provide management with support and guidance on maintaining site operations.

Key Performance Areas:

• Safety compliance
• Efficient unit turn over repairs
• Maintenance and repairs

ROLE REQUIREMENTS QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school Grade 10 or equivalent qualification required.
• A minimum of 3 years’ working experience in a similar role.
• Solid experience with general maintenance work.
• Ability to work with hardware tools and power equipment.
• Extremely organized with good communication skills.
• Detail-orientated with an aptitude for problem-solving.

GENERIC SKILLS:

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Customer Service
• Relationship Management
• Teamwork

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Painting
• Tiling
• Carpet laying and cleaning
• Changing of doors and locks
• Changing and repair of windows and hinges
• Changing of light bulbs
• Repairs of cabinet hinges and general woodwork (Basic carpentry)
• Grass cutting and tree trimming
• Basic plumbing (advanced is beneficial)

ATTRIBUTES:

• Emotional control
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Situational sensitivity

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.