Luxury Hotel Maintenance & Operations Leader

HotelJobs; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs is hiring a Maintenance Manager to oversee the hotel’s technical integrity and operational excellence in Knysna. You will drive a comprehensive PM program across HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural systems, while leading a skilled maintenance team and coordinating with contractors.

The role also demands health & safety leadership, fire and generator system checks, and active management of budgets with emphasis on cost-efficient, sustainable operations.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) with a trade certificate in plumbing, electrical or mechanical.
• 5+ years in maintenance with at least 2 years in a supervisory role within a 4- or 5-star hospitality environment.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with a PMS or CMMS is advantageous.
• Valid Code 8 driver's license is essential.
• Willing to be on-call after hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance (PM) Plan covering HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural systems.
• Oversee technical operations including water treatment, filtration, HVAC, kitchen equipment, laundry and pool maintenance.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team; manage third-party contractors for specialized projects.
• Act as health and safety officer ensuring compliance with SA OHS Act and maintain CoCs.
• Monitor OPEX budgets and contribute to CAPEX planning, seeking green initiatives to reduce costs.

Skills

Problem solving

Work under pressure

On-call emergencies

Guest empathy

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Trade Test Certification (Plumbing, Electrical, or Mechanical)

Tools

MS Office

CMMS

PMS

Job description

HotelJobs is hiring a Maintenance Manager to oversee the hotel’s technical integrity and operational excellence in Knysna. You will drive a comprehensive PM program across HVAC, plumbing, electrical and structural systems, while leading a skilled maintenance team and coordinating with contractors.

The role also demands health & safety leadership, fire and generator system checks, and active management of budgets with emphasis on cost-efficient, sustainable operations.