Live-In Luxury Lodge Maintenance Lead

HospitalityandOutdoor; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 132,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Uniform

Provident Fund

Job summary

Hospitality and Outdoor is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for Welgevonden Game Reserve, Limpopo to oversee lodge infrastructure, guest areas, staff facilities, vehicles and equipment in a remote safari environment, ensuring safety, functionality and presentation.

The role blends hands-on trades with team leadership; implement preventative maintenance, supervise a maintenance crew, and coordinate with Housekeeping and Front-of-House.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ maintenance experience, preferably in safari lodges.
• Supervisory experience essential; trade qualification advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage a preventative maintenance programme across lodge facilities.
• Conduct inspections and address maintenance issues promptly.
• Hands-on work in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, and general repairs.
• Maintain generators, solar systems, water systems, sewage systems, and firefighting equipment.
• Supervise, train, and motivate the maintenance team to achieve high standards.
• Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and enforce safety protocols.
• Ensure guest-facing areas meet luxury lodge presentation standards.
• Respond discreetly to guest maintenance requests.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping and Front-of-House teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Support sustainability initiatives in water, power, and waste management.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Welding

Preventative maintenance

Supervisory experience

Driver’s license

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for Welgevonden Game Reserve, Limpopo to oversee lodge infrastructure, guest areas, staff facilities, vehicles and equipment in a remote safari environment, ensuring safety, functionality and presentation.

The role blends hands-on trades with team leadership; implement preventative maintenance, supervise a maintenance crew, and coordinate with Housekeeping and Front-of-House.