Custodian

Fidelity Services Group; Klerksdorp; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance and retirement plan

Home office allowance

Professional development in facilities

Job summary

Fidelity Services Group is seeking a highly organized Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator to oversee maintenance operations and vendor coordination for properties from a home office. The role focuses on scheduling, dispatch, and issue resolution for sites near Soweto, ensuring safe, well-maintained facilities.

The ideal candidate has facilities management experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with maintenance software and remote tools to coordinate vendors and track

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related coordination role.
• Strong understanding of general building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and remote communication tools.
• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to proactively identify and address potential maintenance concerns.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance and repair services for various building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Dispatch and manage third-party vendors and contractors for on-site work orders.
• Monitor service requests and ensure timely and effective resolution of maintenance issues.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, invoices, and vendor performance.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize future issues.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, vendors, and internal teams regarding maintenance status.

Skills

Facilities management

Remote coordination

Vendor coordination

Maintenance scheduling

Tools

Maintenance management software

Remote communication tools

Job description

Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator to manage maintenance operations and vendor coordination for properties, with a focus on supporting sites near Soweto . This role is fully remote, allowing you to effectively oversee maintenance schedules, vendor dispatch, and issue resolution from a home office. You will be instrumental in ensuring that all facilities are well-maintained, safe, and operational, coordinating repair services and preventative maintenance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a background in facilities management or Installation & Maintenance to leverage technology for efficient remote coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance and repair services for various building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Dispatch and manage third-party vendors and contractors for on-site work orders.
• Monitor service requests and ensure timely and effective resolution of maintenance issues.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, invoices, and vendor performance.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize future issues.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, vendors, and internal teams regarding maintenance status.

Requirements

• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related coordination role.
• Strong understanding of general building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and remote communication tools.
• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to proactively identify and address potential maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Allowance for home office expenses.
• Opportunities for professional development in facilities management and operational efficiency.