Handyman - Matatiele

CBRE Excellerate; Matatiele; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a hands-on Handy Man in Matatiele, South Africa to deliver high-quality general maintenance across multiple client sites. The role requires independence, ability to manage a small on-site team, and response to day-to-day maintenance and call-outs with a strong emphasis on safety and client satisfaction.

Applicants should have 2–3 years’ experience and a trade qualification; proficiency in carpentry, painting, plumbing, tiling, and related trades will be a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in general building and facilities maintenance.
• Experience supervising or managing a team on-site.
• Trade-related qualification or technical certificate in building maintenance, construction, or related field.
• Hands-on skills in carpentry, painting, ceiling repairs, dry lining, basic masonry, plumbing, tiling, and related tasks.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and ability to use mobile reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repair across client sites.
• Supervise and support on-site team members, allocate tasks, ensure quality.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Assist Electrical, HVAC, and Handy Man teams as required.
• Attend site call-outs, engage in ad-hoc repairs and planned maintenance.
• Manage day-to-day call-outs and track tasks.
• Conduct site checks in line with SLAs.
• Complete administration: digital job cards, reports, invoices, and delivery notes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Perform standby duties as required.

Skills

General maintenance

Team supervision

Carpentry

Painting

Ceiling repairs

Dry walling

Masonry

Welding

Plumbing

Office furniture repairs

Carpet and blinds repairs

Tiling

Lamping

Health and safety

Smartphone reporting

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

Trade-related qualification or technical certificate in building maintenance, construction, or a related field

Job description

Who We Are

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management.

Handyman

Matatiele, South Africa

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments and provide an integrated suite of high-quality real estate services to our clients across Africa and the Middle East, including facilities management, advisory & transaction services, project management.

We support predominantly corporate clients who buy services on a contracted basis all across the Middle East and Africa - even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us

Imagine more than just the future of work; with CBRE Excellerate, you can create it. As part of our global powerhouse, you'll find a culture that fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, where your best work is not just encouraged but celebrated. Collaborate with talented individuals, harness the support of unparalleled resources, and enjoy the journey as you grow both personally and professionally.

About The Role

The Handy Man role is a hands-on position responsible for delivering high-quality general maintenance services across multiple client sites. The role requires a skilled and dependable individual who can work independently, manage and support a small on-site team, and respond efficiently to day-to-day maintenance requirements and call-outs. With a strong focus on safety, service delivery, and client satisfaction, the Handy Man will ensure that facilities are maintained to agreed standards while complying with all health, safety, and operational procedures. The role also involves accurate digital reporting, effective communication with clients and management, and supporting specialist teams as required.

What You Will Bring

• A minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in general building and facilities maintenance
• Experience in supervising or managing a team, including coordinating tasks and providing on-site guidance
• Trade-related qualification or technical certificate in building maintenance, construction, or a related field will be advantageous
• Proven hands-on skills in: - Carpentry - Painting - Ceiling repairs - Dry walling - Basic masonry work - Welding - Plumbing - Office furniture repairs - Carpet and blind repairs - Tiling - Lamping
• Knowledge of chemicals, tools, and machinery relevant to maintenance work
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices, including the safe handling of chemicals and equipment
• Ability to use a smartphone and mobile applications for job cards, reporting, and checklists
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between sites
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients on site
• High level of reliability, integrity, and attention to detail

These skills are qualifying criteria for the role but are not limited to the above.

What You Will Be Doing

• Performing general building maintenance and repair work across multiple client sites
• Supervising and supporting on-site team members, including allocating tasks and ensuring work is completed to standard
• Providing guidance and mentoring to junior or less experienced staff
• Assisting the Electrical, HVAC, and Handy Man teams as required
• Attending to site call-outs timeously, including ad-hoc repairs and planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Managing day-to-day call-outs and ensuring all tasks are tracked and completed
• Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly site checks in line with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Completing all required administration, including digital job cards, reports, supplier invoices, and delivery notes
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and operational procedures at all times
• Performing standby duties as required

If you are a reliable and detail-oriented individual with a strong sense of integrity and the ability to work independently, we encourage you to apply for this role.