Hotel Maintenance Foreman

HR Genie; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Maintenance Foreman to lead the hotel’s maintenance team. Candidates should possess a trade qualification and a minimum of 5 years' experience in building maintenance, along with strong technical knowledge in various systems. Responsibilities include assigning tasks, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and maintaining accountability for resources. The role offers a chance to be part of a prestigious team focused on operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in building maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Assign and monitor daily tasks for the maintenance team.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are met and manage reactive tasks.
• Oversee health and safety regulations within the maintenance operations.

Skills

Technical expertise

Team leadership

Operational discipline

Safety and compliance focus

Guest-centric professionalism

Problem-solving

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing

Tools

CMMS systems (OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Maintenance Foreman with a strong background in large-scale luxury properties to lead and coordinate the hotel\'s maintenance team. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, you will ensure that all maintenance operations are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards, maintaining guest satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the property.

Experience & Requirements

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing (Red Seal preferred)
• Minimum 5 years experience in building maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Experience in hospitality or luxury property maintenance strongly preferred
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems
• Proven leadership ability in delegation, scheduling, and team motivation
• Proficiency in CMMS systems (OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Fluent in English; additional languages advantageous
• Must hold a valid South African ID

Key competencies

• Technical expertise
• Team leadership
• Operational discipline
• Safety and compliance focus
• Guest-centric professionalism

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, conduct briefings, and manage attendance and conduct standards for the maintenance team
• Guide technicians in troubleshooting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical issues; review completed work for quality and safety
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are met and manage reactive maintenance tasks with timely follow-up and closure
• Enforce health and safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, and manage incident reporting
• Oversee inventory, tools, equipment, and consumables; ensure accountability and readiness of resources
• Coordinate with other departments to manage access for maintenance tasks in guest and public areas
• Mentor junior staff, correct unsafe practices, and identify skills gaps for training
• Maintain handover logs, daily reports, and compliance documentation
• Ensure professional conduct, discretion, and minimal disruption in guest areas during maintenance activities
• Applicants must hold a valid South African ID, and only candidates with relevant trade qualifications and supervisory experience in luxury properties will be shortlisted. Please ensure your CV highlights your leadership and technical achievements.

With 349 stylish rooms, apartments, and suites, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class restaurants, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues, The President Hotel is on a journey to be recognised as a true luxury destination and offers an iconic working environment where operational excellence meets guest experience.

Join a leadership team where reliability, precision, and guest satisfaction come first, and play a pivotal role in maintaining one of Cape Town\'s most iconic hotels to the highest standards.