Live-In Maintenance Lead for Luxury Safari Lodge

African Echoes Recruitment; Modimolle; On-site; ZAR 132,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in position

Uniform and meals provided

Provident Fund (5%)

Job summary

African Echoes Recruitment is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor for a 5-star Big 5 safari lodge in Vaalwater, Limpopo. You will oversee maintenance of lodge infrastructure, guest areas, and vehicles, leading a team in a remote safari environment.

Responsibilities include preventative/corrective maintenance, inspections, and hands-on repairs to ensure safety, luxury presentation, and seamless guest experiences. Trade qualifications and a valid driver’s license are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years maintenance experience, safari lodge or remote hospitality preferred
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience
• Hands‑on experience across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding and repairs
• Knowledge of generators, solar and water systems; boreholes and pumps advantageous
• Experience with firefighting equipment and safety practices
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Good leadership, planning and communication skills
• Physically fit for outdoor work in varying weather and remote environments

Responsibilities

• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance across the property
• Conduct regular inspections and address issues promptly
• Carry out hands-on maintenance and repairs
• Maintain guest rooms, public areas and staff facilities
• Maintain generators, solar, water and sewage systems and firefighting equipment
• Supervise and motivate the maintenance team
• Allocate daily/weekly tasks and monitor progress
• Enforce safety protocols and proper use of tools
• Ensure luxury standards in guest-facing areas
• Respond quickly to guest-related maintenance issues
• Collaborate with Housekeeping and Front-of-House on maintenance needs
• Conduct risk assessments and report hazards
• Store tools, chemicals, and hazardous materials safely
• Support water, power and waste-management initiatives
• Align maintenance practices with environmental and conservation standards

Skills

Leadership

Hand-on maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Solar systems

Generators

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Communication

Independent work

Education

Trade qualification (electrician/plumber/carpenter)

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

African Echoes Recruitment is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor for a 5-star Big 5 safari lodge in Vaalwater, Limpopo. You will oversee maintenance of lodge infrastructure, guest areas, and vehicles, leading a team in a remote safari environment.

Responsibilities include preventative/corrective maintenance, inspections, and hands-on repairs to ensure safety, luxury presentation, and seamless guest experiences. Trade qualifications and a valid driver’s license are advantageous.