Maintenance Co-Lead: Ops, Safety and Improvements

Dream Resorts; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance across facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. You will ensure efficient operations, supervise technicians, and drive safety, cost controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3–5 years in maintenance, hands-on plumbing and electrical skills, and strong time management. Weekend shifts and audits are part of the schedule in this hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience
• Experience coordinating maintenance activities and leading teams
• Hands-on experience with plumbing and electrical
• Time management and ability to work under pressure
• Public safety and security awareness and compliance

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Monitor equipment and facility performance to ensure reliability
• Provide day-to-day guidance to maintenance technicians and contractors
• Lead safety and compliance activities, audits, and training records
• Maintain maintenance records and asset histories
• Assist with budget monitoring and supplier quotations
• Coordinate improvement projects and contractor supervision
• Prepare maintenance reports and performance indicators

Skills

Maintenance planning

Team leadership

Health & safety

Budgeting & cost control

Project coordination

Administration & reporting

Education

Matric qualification

Tools

Plumbing

Electrical

Job description

Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa is seeking an experienced Maintenance Lead to plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance across facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. You will ensure efficient operations, supervise technicians, and drive safety, cost controls, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires 3–5 years in maintenance, hands-on plumbing and electrical skills, and strong time management. Weekend shifts and audits are part of the schedule in this hotel environment.