Facilities Assistant

Barron; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Facilities Assistant located in Gauteng, Johannesburg. Responsibilities include managing maintenance tasks, collecting and delivering items, and conducting facilities audits. The ideal candidate will have NQF 4 Matric and a Driver's License Code 10 with PDP. This role may require overtime and is suited for flexible individuals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years in Practical Maintenance.
• 2-3 years in Commercial Deliveries required.
• Driver's License Code 10 with PDP is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled maintenance on buildings and structures.
• Perform unscheduled plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Handle the collection and delivery of items as per instructions.

Skills

Interpreting a maintenance schedule

Safety Principles

Product Knowledge

Commercial Deliveries

Verification Skills

English Comprehension

Process Following

Basic Numeracy

Time Management

Equipment Assets Management

People Management

Commercial Driving

Education

NQF 4 Matric

NQF 5 Maintenance Management

Job description

Job title

Facilities Assistant

Job Location

Gauteng, Johannesburg

Application Deadline

December 18, 2025

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The Purpose

The purpose of the Facilities Assistant is to collect and deliver products or items in a safe and timely manner according to a schedule or instructions; and conduct handman activities within the HO Complex.

Perform scheduled maintenance tasks

• Manage the maintenance of structures, buildings, walkways, outside spaces such as parking lots, drainage systems etc.
• Basic maintenance on items that require frequent attention such as replacing globes, painting etc.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Undertake light installation or carpentry (e.g. fitting shelves, door locks, windows etc)
• Ensure all tools and equipment being used are in a safe workable condition and report timely replacement needs

Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks

• Repair unscheduled minor plumbing, electrical and safety (fire sprinkler) systems

Conduct facilities audits

• Detect and report the need for major maintenance / repairs of non-production items.
• Conduct performance assessments of company appliances, such as microwave ovens, coffee machines etc and make recommendations for maintenance / repairs.

Driving

• Collect and deliver items, ensuring all is verified according to documentation and instructions.
• In case of discrepancies, elevate to the Outbound Dispatch Supervisor.
• Complete the driver checklist before loading the vehicle and submit to the Warehouse Clerk; and verify the product to be collected before acceptance.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle and report any discrepancies to the Outbound Dispatch Supervisor.
• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.

Job Requirements

• NQF 4 Matric (Essential)
• NQF 5 Maintenance Management (Desirable)
• Driver's License Code 10 with PDP (Essential)

Knowledge and skills

• Interpreting a maintenance schedule
• Safety Principles
• Product Knowledge
• Commercial Deliveries
• Verification Skills
• English Comprehension
• Process Following
• Basic Numeracy
• Time Management
• Equipment Assets Management
• People Management
• Commercial Driving

Experience

• Practical Maintenance 2-3 years
• Commercial Deliveries 2-3 Years

Additional

• Required to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays from time to time
• Flexibility with regards to working hours and travel, where and when required
• South African citizen

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