Maintenance Assistant

Propr; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Propr in Cape Town is seeking a proactive Property Maintenance professional to keep clients happy and properties well maintained. You will inspect properties, coordinate repairs, and ensure upkeep across all facets of the portfolio.

You will travel to sites, handle basic plumbing, electrical, painting and upkeep, and report progress to Operations. The role requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance or a tradesman role.
• Solid understanding of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns and repairs.
• Travel to properties to handle repairs such as basic plumbing, electrical work, painting and upkeep.
• Complete tasks within deadlines and report progress to the Operations team.
• Perform regular inspections to identify issues or areas for improvement.
• Work with Operations and Property Management to address turnover maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs.
• Communicate updates with Property Managers and Guests regarding maintenance progress.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Property maintenance

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Carpentry basics

Painting

Job description

This is a problem-solving role where keeping clients happy and properties maintained is the goal. You need to be able to work in a team under high pressure, but also thrive when left on your own to navigate new challenges. You'll work closely with Operations, Guest Experience and Property Management to make sure all facets of the property are looked after.

What you will be doing:

• Conducting regular inspections of properties to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential repairs
• Traveling to properties to handle repairs, such as basic plumbing issues, basic electrical work, appliance malfunctions, painting, property checks and basic upkeep of our properties
• Completing tasks within deadlines and reporting progress to the Operations team
• Performing regular inspections to identify potential issues or areas for improvement
• Working closely with Operations and Property Management to address maintenance needs that arise during property turnover
• Coordinating with external contractors or vendors for specialized repairs
• Communicating effectively with Property Managers and our Guests, providing updates on maintenance progress, scheduling repairs, and addressing any concerns or questions
• Monitoring and maintaining the inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies needed for maintenance and repairs

Here’s our description of the ideal person for this job:

• Driver’s License (Code B, EB, or C1), must be valid and in good standing
• Based in Cape Town
• Proven experience in property maintenance or another tradesman role
• Solid understanding and working knowledge of the technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems etc.
• Excellent communication (English) and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational, time-management and leadership abilities
• High school diploma