Building Manager (Live-In) - Johannesburg

Headhunters; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters in Gauteng is seeking a hands-on building caretaker to manage daily inspections, maintenance and resident needs. The role requires living on-site and being available for emergencies after hours and on weekends.

You will perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry tasks, supervise cleaners and security, log inspections in the mobile CRM, and coordinate repairs while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in building caretaker or similar role.
• Practical maintenance skills: plumbing, electrical, carpentry.
• Comfort with smartphones and mobile apps for recording work.
• Reliable, proactive and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Willingness to live on-site and handle after-hours emergencies.
• Ability to work independently and keep accurate records.
• A valid driver’s licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Building inspections and minor repairs with photos.
• Keep communal areas clean and well-maintained.
• Coordinate maintenance requests and access for contractors.
• Serve as first contact for tenants and handle emergencies.
• Enforce rules and document incidents and complaints.
• Show vacant units and perform weekly vacancy checks.
• Conduct move-ins/outs, document damage and manage keys.
• Assist with evictions and safeguard stored belongings.
• Supervise cleaners and security staff; manage rosters.
• Maintain a key register and monitor building access.
• Record activities in the mobile CRM promptly.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Smartphone usage

Reliability

On-site living

Driver's license

Job description

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role, such as building caretaker, site supervisor, facilities assistant, property assistant or maintenance.
• Practical maintenance skills, including basic plumbing, electrical fault-finding, carpentry and general repairs.
• Comfortable using a smartphone, WhatsApp, taking photos and videos, and recording work through a mobile application.
• Reliable, honest, proactive and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Willingness to live on-site and attend to emergencies after hours and on weekends.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions and maintain accurate records.
• A valid driver's licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Building Inspections and Maintenance: Conduct daily inspections of communal areas, identify faults, log maintenance requests with photographs and complete minor repairs were safe.
• Cleanliness and Upkeep: Ensure the building, communal areas and refuse facilities remain clean, tidy and well-maintained.
• Maintenance Coordination: Monitor maintenance requests, provide contractor access, verify completed work and submit requests for materials and supplies.
• Tenant Relations: Serve as the first point of contact for tenants, address concerns, communicate service disruptions and handle emergencies, including lock-outs, leaks and power or water outages.
• House Rules and Incident Reporting: Enforce building rules fairly, document tenant complaints and incidents, and upscale serious matters to the office.
• Viewings and Letting Support: Show vacant units to prospective tenants, record viewing attendance, maintain show units and complete weekly vacancy checks.
• Move-Ins and Move-Outs: Conduct entry and exit inspections, take photographs, document damage, manage keys and remotes, and record tenant handovers accurately.
• Evictions and Arrears Support: Carry out authorised instructions from the office and assist with securing units and safeguarding stored belongings in accordance with instructions.
• Staff Supervision: Monitor cleaners, security personnel and casual workers, maintain work rosters and report attendance and leave.
• Keys, Access and Security: Maintain an accurate key register, monitor building access, identify security risks and help keep the premises safe.
• Digital Reporting: Record inspections, maintenance requests, incidents, viewings and other building activities accurately and promptly using the company's mobile CRM system.

Please note that if you do not receive a response within two weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.