Maintenance Handyman

Kendrick Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a reliable Maintenance Handyman for a luxury wine estate in Franschhoek. The role focuses on routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of tools and equipment to keep the estate operating to the highest standards.

You will handle plumbing, basic electrical work, carpentry, painting and general building repairs, with a strong emphasis on safety, record-keeping, and coordinating with external contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, or heat pump maintenance.
• Hotel or property maintenance experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of safe electrical working procedures.
• Basic hand tools and electrical knowledge is essential.
• Residence in Franschhoek or nearby areas preferred.
• Matric certificate is required.
• Technical qualification in facilities/maintenance/engineering is beneficial.
• A valid driver’s license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and servicing of tools and equipment.
• Respond to maintenance requests from various departments promptly.
• Diagnose and repair equipment issues.
• Carry out plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and building tasks.
• Attend to maintenance requests efficiently and professionally.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Manage inventory of tools, parts and materials.
• Liaise with external contractors and service providers when required.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing

General handyman skills

Record keeping

Education

Matric Certificate

Facilities/Maintenance/Engineering qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Maintenance Handyman – Luxury Wine Estate – Franschhoek

Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Handyman for a luxury wine estate based in Franschhoek.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and hardworking individual with general maintenance experience to join a well-established hospitality property and assist in ensuring the estate is maintained to the highest standards.

Position Type: Live-out

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and annual servicing of tools and equipment
  
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from various departments
  
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues and carry out necessary repairs
  
• Conduct general handyman duties including plumbing, basic electrical work, carpentry, painting, and building repairs
  
• Ensure building maintenance requests are attended to efficiently and professionally
  
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs completed
  
• Manage and monitor inventory of tools, equipment, spare parts, and maintenance materials
  
• Liaise with external contractors and service providers when required
  

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in general electrical, plumbing, air-conditioning, and/or heat pump repairs and maintenance
  
• Previous hotel or property maintenance experience would be advantageous
  
• Good understanding of safe working procedures relating to electrical tools and equipment
  
• Basic hand tool and electrical knowledge essential
  
• Preference will be given to candidates residing in Franschhoek or neighbouring areas
  
• Matric Certificate required
  
• Technical qualification in Facilities, Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field beneficial
  
• Valid driver’s licence advantageous
  

The ideal candidate will be dependable, proactive, and capable of working independently while maintaining high standards across the property.