Handyman

Newmark Hotels & Reserves; Hout Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmark Hotels & Reserves is seeking a Maintenance Handyman to carry out general and preventive maintenance across the hotel to keep guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities safe and functional.

You will handle routine repairs in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, attend to maintenance requests promptly, and support the Front Office and Housekeeping to minimise guest disruption. Weekend and shift work are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/Matric, advantage.
• 2–3 years in maintenance or handyman role, preferably hotel.
• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry knowledge.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Willing to work weekends, public holidays and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house.
• Attend to maintenance requests promptly.
• Carry out minor plumbing repairs.
• Carry out basic electrical work.
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, tiling and general maintenance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance per schedules.
• Comply with health and safety regulations.
• Assist contractors and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Independence

Attention to detail

Time management

Prioritisation

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Carpentry basics

Job description

The Maintenance Handyman is responsible for carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance across the hotel to ensure that guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities are safe, functional, and maintained to hotel standards

• Grade 12 / Matric (advantageous).
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a maintenance or handyman role, preferably in a hotel or similar environment.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building maintenance
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Time management and prioritisation skills.
• Required to work weekends, public holidays, and shifts

Duties and Responsibilities

General Maintenance

• Perform day-to-day maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, public areas, offices, and back-of-house areas.
• Attend to maintenance requests promptly and efficiently.
• Conduct minor plumbing repairs (leaks, blockages, taps, toilets).
• Carry out basic electrical work (changing plugs, light fittings, switches – within legal scope).
• Perform basic carpentry work (doors, locks, furniture repairs).
• Assist with painting, patching, tiling, and general building maintenance.

Preventative Maintenance

• Conduct routine inspections of rooms and facilities to identify maintenance issues.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks according to schedules.
• Report major defects or safety risks to the Maintenance Manager immediately.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety regulations at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Use tools, equipment, and PPE correctly.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.

Guest & Staff Support

• Respond professionally and courteously to guest maintenance requests.
• Minimise disruption to guests while performing repairs.
• Work closely with Front Office, Housekeeping, and other departments to resolve issues.

Tools, Stock & Equipment

• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Report damaged or missing tools.
• Assist with stock control of maintenance supplies and materials.

Additional Duties

• Assist contractors when required.
• Be available for emergency maintenance issues after hours when required.
• Perform any reasonable duties assigned by management