Handyman

The Focus Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Focus Group is seeking a Building Maintenance professional in Johannesburg, South Africa. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure the building meets tenant needs.

The ideal candidate should have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate, with at least 3 years of maintenance experience, particularly in plumbing and electrical tasks. This role ensures compliance with safety protocols and proper communication with management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance functions and safety protocol.

Responsibilities

• Complete preventive maintenance and install new equipment.
• Respond effectively to tenant maintenance needs.
• Ensure premises are in satisfactory condition before tenant move.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical maintenance

Blueprint reading

Computer systems knowledge

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) with additional training in maintenance infrastructure management

Job description

Responsible for the maintenance of the building. Completing preventive maintenance, installing new equipment, and assisting with routine building maintenance. Completing work order records and file all related maintenance paperwork. Assist tenants as required, respond to the maintenance needs of tenants, and keeps management well informed.

Building Maintenance

• Assumes responsibility for effectively completing assigned maintenance duties.
• Continuously checks and inspects buildings to identify maintenance needs.
• Responds promptly and efficiently to tenant maintenance requirements.
• Responds promptly and efficiently to duties as allocated.
• Checks all main outer and inner doors (broken glass, open and close properly etc).
• Checks exterior of buildings and identify problem areas.
• Checks and replaces lights inside ladies and gents’ toilets, foyers, passages, stairways, parking areas and offices.
• Also checks external security lights.
• Checks all fittings in toilets (taps, basins, urinals etc).
• Checks all equipment such as air-conditioning plant, standby pumps, sump pump, water tanks, water feature equipment etc. Along with the team.
• Performs a visual check of the electrical distribution boards to ensure no loose wiring, etc.
• Performs repairs where necessary and if these cannot be repaired, advise Property Services Manager or Residence Manager immediately.
• Identifies daily maintenance issues, communicates with the Property Services Manager or Residence Manager and schedules the work for your attendance.
• Inspects equipment, checks operating condition, and logs repair needs.
• Ensures premises are in satisfactory condition before the tenant move

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) - with additional training in maintenance infrastructure management.
• Experience and Required Knowledge
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of related maintenance experience.
• Experience in plumbing and electrical related maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance functions and safety protocol.
• Able to read and follow blueprints.
• Knowledge of Computer Systems