Lodge Maintenance Manager (Renewable Energy)

Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd; Mpumalanga; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation on-site may be required

Remote lodge environment

Job summary

Bright Placements (PTY) Ltd seeks a hands-on maintenance professional to manage lodge infrastructure in a remote safari environment. You will lead a small team, coordinate with contractors, and drive preventative maintenance to ensure guest comfort, safety, reliability and presentation.

The role requires independence, strong problem-solving and a proactive, safety-conscious mindset. You will oversee electrical, plumbing, mechanical and general maintenance systems, with exposure to generators,

Qualifications

• Relevant technical qualification or trade certification in Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Building, Maintenance or related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a maintenance or technical management position.
• Previous experience within a luxury hotel, lodge, safari lodge or remote hospitality environment is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience managing maintenance teams and contractors.
• Strong practical knowledge of general building and maintenance.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, mechanical and general maintenance systems.
• Experience with generators, pumps, water systems and sewage systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of solar systems and alternative power systems is advantageous.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programmes.
• Computer literacy and good administrative skills.
• Valid driver's licence is essential or highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team and external contractors to ensure lodge infrastructure reliability.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programmes and respond quickly to breakdowns.
• Identify potential issues before they impact operations.
• Manage maintenance planning, scheduling and record-keeping.
• Ensure guest comfort, safety, reliability and presentation of lodge facilities.
• Coordinate with Lodge Manager/General Manager on priorities and budgets.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Prioritising urgent maintenance

Staff-management

Independent worker

Communication

Calm under pressure

Preventative-maintenance mindset

Record-keeping

Hands-on maintenance

Education

Technical qualification or trade certification (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Building or related field)

Tools

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing systems

Mechanical maintenance

Carpentry & building maintenance

Generator operation

Pumps & boreholes

Water treatment & sewage systems

Air-conditioning & refrigeration

Solar & backup power systems

Welding & fabrication

Preventative maintenance planning

Contractor management

Job description

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant technical qualification or trade certification in Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Engineering, Building, Maintenance or a related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a maintenance or technical management position.
• Previous experience within a luxury hotel, lodge, safari lodge or remote hospitality environment is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience managing maintenance teams and contractors.
• Strong practical knowledge of general building and maintenance.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, mechanical and general maintenance systems.
• Experience with generators, pumps, water systems and sewage systems is advantageous.
• Knowledge of solar systems and alternative power systems is advantageous.
• Experience with preventative maintenance programmes.
• Computer literacy and good administrative skills.
• Valid driver's licence is essential or highly advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Plumbing and water systems.
• Basic mechanical repairs.
• Carpentry and general building maintenance.
• Painting and renovations.
• Generator operation and maintenance.
• Pump and borehole systems.
• Water treatment and sewage systems.
• Air-conditioning and refrigeration knowledge is advantageous.
• Solar and backup power systems.
• Basic welding and fabrication would be advantageous.
• Maintenance planning and preventative maintenance.
• Contractor and supplier management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical and practical ability.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise urgent maintenance issues.
• Good leadership and staff-management skills.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong preventative-maintenance mindset.
• Good record-keeping and administrative skills.
• Ability to work in a hands-on environment.

Personal Attributes

• Practical and hands-on.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Proactive and solutions-focused.
• Responsible and safety-conscious.
• Hardworking and physically fit.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Professional and respectful.
• Strong work ethic.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Willing to assist with a wide range of lodge maintenance requirements.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be comfortable working in a remote safari lodge environment.
• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and after-hours when emergencies arise.
• Must be available to respond to urgent maintenance issues.
• Accommodation on the property may be required, depending on the lodge's operational requirements.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• A valid driver's licence is advantageous.
• Previous experience in the Hoedspruit / Lowveld / safari environment would be beneficial.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports To: Lodge Manager / General Manager

Manages: Maintenance team, artisans and external contractors as required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on and technically skilled maintenance professional with previous experience in a lodge, hotel, resort or remote hospitality environment. They should be able to identify problems before they become operational issues, manage preventative maintenance effectively and respond quickly to breakdowns.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working independently, managing a small maintenance team and taking ownership of the lodge's infrastructure, while maintaining a strong focus on guest comfort, safety, reliability and presentation.