Luxury Lodge Maintenance Lead - On-site Housing

HospitalityandOutdoor; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Uniform

Job summary

Hospitality and Outdoor is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to supervise all maintenance operations at a luxury lodge in Limpopo, near the Northern Kruger. You will lead the maintenance team and ensure facilities, buildings, gardens and guest areas are kept to the highest standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge in plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, HVAC, and basic vehicle servicing, with lodge or luxury hospitality experience preferred. December 2026 start date.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (essential)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Manager (essential)
• Previous lodge or luxury hospitality experience preferred
• Good technical knowledge of plumbing, carpentry and electrical systems
• Understanding of HVAC systems and general facilities maintenance
• Basic vehicle servicing experience required
• Road maintenance experience essential
• Experience with solar systems advantageous
• Strong knowledge of facilities, machinery and equipment
• Excellent leadership, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail, initiative and interpersonal skills
• Professional, presentable and well-spoken individual

Responsibilities

• Oversee all maintenance operations, buildings, equipment, gardens and guest facilities.
• Manage and lead the maintenance team.
• Implement preventative maintenance programmes and ensure equipment is regularly serviced.
• Manage maintenance stock control and expenses within budget.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and HACCP principles in kitchens, bars and food production areas.
• Conduct regular inspections and address maintenance requirements.
• Maintain high standards of facilities and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical systems

HVAC

Vehicle servicing

Road maintenance

Solar systems

Facilities management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to supervise all maintenance operations at a luxury lodge in Limpopo, near the Northern Kruger. You will lead the maintenance team and ensure facilities, buildings, gardens and guest areas are kept to the highest standards.

The role requires strong technical knowledge in plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, HVAC, and basic vehicle servicing, with lodge or luxury hospitality experience preferred. December 2026 start date.