Assistant Maintenance Manager

MORE Collection; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

MORE Collection is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and gardens department, ensuring the interior and exterior of the property remain in optimal condition. This role includes landscaping, pool care, and general facilities upkeep in a hotel/lodge setting.

In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, you will manage operations, schedules and inventories, while coordinating with suppliers to achieve cost-effective maintenance solutions.

Qualifications

• Solid general maintenance knowledge across carpentry, electrical, plumbing and safety.
• Experience in Hotels/Lodges or similar properties preferred.
• Knowledge of stock handling, budgeting and admin for a maintenance dept.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and gardens operations in the absence of a Manager.
• Manage maintenance schedules, short-term projects and contracts.
• Maintain spares/inventory and advise on purchases.
• Support procurement initiatives for property and MORE.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Hotel/Lodge experience

Stock control

Budgeting

Safety procedures

Tools

Diesel generators

Pumps

HVAC systems

Job description

• In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, assume full responsibility for maintaining the overall operation and administration of the maintenance and gardens department, as well as the appearance and working order of the interior and exterior of the property, including landscaping, swimming pool maintenance, and all other facilities and equipment.
• In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, assume full responsibility for maintaining the overall operation and administration of the maintenance and gardens department, as well as the appearance and working order of the interior and exterior of the property, including landscaping, swimming pool maintenance, and all other facilities and equipment.
• maintenance schedules, short term projects, and maintenance contracts.
• Maintain and control spares and consumable inventories and recommend the purchase of goods and equipment.
• To assist in achieving the best maintenance procurement agreements for the property and MORE.

KEY FOCUS AREAS

Maintenance and Equipment

• In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, assume full responsibility for maintaining the overall operation and administration of the maintenance and gardens department, as well as the appearance and working order of the interior and exterior of the property, including landscaping, swimming pool maintenance, and all other facilities and equipment.
• In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, assume full responsibility for maintaining the overall operation and administration of the maintenance and gardens department, as well as the appearance and working order of the interior and exterior of the property, including landscaping, swimming pool maintenance, and all other facilities and equipment.
• maintenance schedules, short term projects, and maintenance contracts.
• Maintain and control spares and consumable inventories and recommend the purchase of goods and equipment.
• To assist in achieving the best maintenance procurement agreements for the property and MORE.

Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety

• Ensure that work practices are efficient, clean, and hygienic.
• Ensure that all items of equipment are correctly cleaned and stored.
• Ensure that assigned department is clean, constant rotation and cleaning procedures to be followed.
• Ensure that any defects on appliances and equipment are followed up on after being reported to Maintenance.
• Ensure that all employees of the assigned department have a good understanding of how to make use of all cleaning chemicals, tools and machines used in area of work, and how to safely and effectively apply this knowledge to be most productive.
• To have a complete understanding of and adhere to the property’s policy relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.
• To ensure that all employees in the assigned department have a complete understanding of and adherence to the property’s policy relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.

Requirements, Qualifications & Skills

• Sound overall maintenance knowledge (Allrounder - carpentry and building maintenance, mechanical and electrical systems, water purification systems, swimming pool filtration and water systems, plumbing systems, air conditioning systems, safe operation of hand and power tools, diesel generators and pumps, building maintenance, appliances and small equipment maintenance and repair, workplace safety and safe handling procedures, first aid and emergency procedures, inspection procedures).
• Experience working in Hotels / Lodges.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of stock procedures and control.
• Sound knowledge of planning, budgeting, and departmental administration.
• Sound knowledge of product and supply, maintenance, and hygiene procedures.

MAXIMISING YOUR IMPACT

• Demonstrate respect, care and consideration for others, embracing the spirit of Ubuntu and contributing positively to the team.
• Communicate openly, honestly and professionally, and be willing to both give and receive constructive feedback.
• Take ownership of your responsibilities, honour your commitments and see challenges through to resolution.
• Arrive prepared, organised and focused, consistently delivering work to a high standard with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Look, listen and take action by identifying opportunities to improve experiences, processes and outcomes.
• Proactively support colleagues and step in where help is needed to contribute to collective success.
• Remain adaptable, resilient and solution-oriented, embracing learning and new ways of doing things.
• Live the MORE brand by creating meaningful experiences for guests, colleagues and communities through professionalism, integrity and care.