Assistant Technical Manager

Wild Dreams Hospitality; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality is seeking a practical, technically minded all-rounder to support maintenance across lodges and staff villages in a remote bush environment. The role combines hands-on maintenance with day-to-day administration.

You will work alongside the Technical Manager, supervise a maintenance team, manage stock, and coordinate with lodge managers on project progress while contributing to sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a technical or maintenance role, ideally in a lodge or similar operation.
• Qualified or experienced in at least one technical trade.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, water and sewage treatment, building and general maintenance.
• Valid, unendorsed South African driver’s licence.
• Sound administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Clear written and verbal communication; a patient team player comfortable with diverse cultures and languages.
• Self-driven, organised and reliable in a remote bush environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Manager with preventative and breakdown maintenance across the lodges, staff villages and reserve.
• Supervise and guide the maintenance team on a daily basis.
• Liaise with lodge and camp managers on maintenance requirements and project progress.
• Assist with ordering, issuing and stock control of supplies, tools and equipment.
• Help oversee building and renovation projects, including contractors on site.
• Assist with the upkeep of water purification and grey water treatment systems.
• Support sustainability initiatives, including solar and water-saving projects.
• Step in for the Technical Manager when required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Technical trade

Plumbing

Water treatment

Driver's license

Administrative skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team player

Self-driven

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

The ideal candidate is a practical, technically minded all-rounder with solid maintenance experience, who works well alongside a senior manager and is equally comfortable on site and managing day-to-day administration.

Core Criteria:

• A minimum of 5 years in a technical or maintenance role, ideally in a lodge or similar-sized operation
• Qualified or experienced in at least one technical trade
• Working knowledge of plumbing, water and sewage treatment, building and general maintenance
• Valid, unendorsed South African driver’s licence
• Sound administrative skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Clear written and verbal communication; a patient team player comfortable with diverse cultures and languages
• Self-driven, organised and reliable in a remote bush environment

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the Technical Manager with preventative and breakdown maintenance across the lodges, staff villages and reserve
• Supervise and guide the maintenance team on a daily basis
• Liaise with lodge and camp managers on maintenance requirements and project progress
• Assist with ordering, issuing and stock control of supplies, tools and equipment
• Help oversee building and renovation projects, including contractors on site
• Assist with the upkeep of water purification and grey water treatment systems
• Support sustainability initiatives, including solar and water-saving projects
• Step in for the Technical Manager when required