Assistant Maintenance Manager | Luxury Safari Lodge | Limpopo

HotelJobs; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 203,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in Limpopo partners with a luxury safari camp to recruit a hands-on maintenance technician. You will support the Maintenance Manager in keeping the lodge, guest accommodation and facilities safe, functional and well presented.

The role covers routine maintenance, fault finding and repairs across electrical, plumbing, pumps and solar systems, with supervision of a small team and coordination of contractors. A valid driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification or certification in electrical, plumbing or a related technical field.
• Proven maintenance experience in safari lodge, hotel, resort or similar hospitality environment.
• Practical knowledge of electrical work, plumbing, pumps and solar systems.
• Experience supervising a small team would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and coordinate routine and preventative maintenance across the property.
• Fault finding and repairs across electrical, plumbing, pumps and solar systems.
• Supervise maintenance team and outside contractors when required.
• Keep accurate records of completed work and equipment checks.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical work

Plumbing

Solar installations

Fault-finding

Team supervision

Driver’s licence

Education

Trade qualification or certification in electrical/plumbing or related field

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

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Requirements

• Relevant trade qualification or certification in electrical, plumbing or a related technical field
• Proven maintenance experience in a safari lodge, hotel, resort or similar hospitality environment
• Practical knowledge of electrical work, plumbing, pumps and solar systems
• Experience in construction and general building repairs
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritise work and remain calm when unexpected maintenance issues arise
• Experience supervising a small team would be an advantage
• Good communication skills and a service‑minded approach
• Energetic, physically fit and comfortable working flexible hours in a remote location
• Valid driver’s licence

Salary – Basic R20K, negotiable depending on experience, plus benefits
Contract – Permanent

??PLEASE NOTE – Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Only open to South African Residents. Thank you!