Handyman - Johannesburg

The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Johannesburg is seeking a Handyman to ensure smooth maintenance operations. Responsibilities include resolving maintenance issues and performing general DIY tasks like carpentry and plumbing. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience, Matric qualification, and strong problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and communication are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a well-run hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 1 – 2 years of previous Handyman / Maintenance experience.
• Additional qualifications within the field advantageous.
• Presentable and well spoken.

Responsibilities

• Resolve maintenance issues across hotel areas.
• Perform general DIY and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Education

Matric

Job description

Overview

Job title: Handyman - Johannesburg

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 18, 2025

Description

The Handyman ensures a smooth and consistent resolution to maintenance issues logged during a shift and via verbal instructions. Areas of responsibility include Security, Pools, Grounds, Hotel Rooms and any other area of the Hotel. The role will include general DIY and maintenance including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating.

Responsibilities

• Resolve maintenance issues logged during a shift and via verbal instructions across designated hotel areas (Security, Pools, Grounds, Hotel Rooms, and other hotel areas).
• Perform general DIY and maintenance tasks including basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• 1 – 2 years of previous Handyman / Maintenance experience
• Additional qualifications within the field advantageous (Salary Dependent)
• Hands-on problem solving approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently
• Effective communication with staff and hotel guests
• Honest and trustworthy demeanor
• Great attention to detail
• Presentable and well spoken
• Team player who leads by example
• Proactive approach
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Engineering / Technical aptitude