Maintenance Manager

Reddam House Schools SA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Reddam House Waterfall is seeking an experienced and proactive Estate Manager to lead the full operations, maintenance, and facilities management of our vibrant school campus. This role is central to ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, and conducive to an exceptional educational environment.

The Estate Manager will work closely with the Executive Headmaster and Senior Management Team to implement a comprehensive estate strategy, overseeing service

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in estate, facilities, property, or operational management.
• University degree or diploma in a relevant field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the school estate, including service staff and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure buildings, grounds and infrastructure are well maintained, secure, and compliant.
• Hold weekly meetings with school leadership to align on plans and events.
• Coordinate service providers and manage third-party contractors and SLAs.
• Schedule servicing of equipment, systems, machinery and vehicles.
• Oversee safety standards and regulatory compliance (OHS) across campus.
• Support school events and campus activities with estate logistics.
• Manage staff performance within the department and communications.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

Planning

Communication

Education

University degree or diploma in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Facilities software

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

OUR SCHOOL

Reddam House Waterfall is a co-educational and non-denominational environment designed to recognise, nurture and develop the individuality of each student placed in our care and to extend students to their maximum potential in all aspects of education.

Our teachers understand the need not only for the importance of teaching the required curriculum, but also for forming a relationship with your child, a relationship that is built on trust and mutual respect. The school’s architecture is perfectly suited to the rustic environment it finds itself in, with wood and stone-clad walls. The tranquil setting provides an atmosphere that is conducive to discovery and learning. Phase 1 of the Preparatory and Secondary School was opened in 2012 with 600 students and, with community confidence, the student body grew to more than 1000 students in 2013 and has continued to grow each subsequent year.

The school is designed ultimately to accommodate 2000 students. A caring, close-knit Reddam House community welcomes children from 1 year old to Grade 12. We nurture individuality, talent and self-assurance in a secure, relaxed and self-disciplined environment. Catering for Stage 1 to Grade 12 students, affiliated to the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) – and offering a diverse, stimulating subject choice – highly qualified, dynamic, experienced teachers are the custodians of your child’s future.

ROLE SUMMARY

Reddam House Waterfall is seeking an experienced and proactive Estate Manager to lead the full operations, maintenance, and facilities management of our vibrant school campus. This role is central to ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, and conducive to an exceptional educational environment. The Estate Manager will work closely with the Executive Headmaster and Senior Management Team to implement a comprehensive estate strategy, overseeing service teams, external contractors, safety standards, and daily campus operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the school estate, including service staff, maintenance schedules, security, and facility bookings.
• Ensure all buildings, infrastructure, and grounds are well maintained, secure, and compliant with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Hold weekly meetings with school leadership to align on plans, events, and operational needs.
• Allocate job cards, supervise work progress, and sign off completed tasks.
• Conduct regular audits of buildings and facilities and maintain records of inspections.
• Manage all cleaning, repairs, renovations, and outsourced maintenance services.
• Secure and oversee Service Level Agreements; monitor third-party performance and compliance with OHS requirements.
• Schedule servicing of equipment, systems, machinery, and vehicles.
• Act as a secondary contact for armed response and on-site service providers.
• Support the setup and smooth running of school functions and events.
• Manage staff performance reviews within the department.
• Handle all administrative tasks related to estate operations and ensure effective communication with staff.
• Oversee the school vehicle fleet and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Additional duties may be assigned as required by Senior Management.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Strong ability to lead, manage, and evaluate a wide range of school support functions.
• Proven ability to implement operational policies and processes effectively.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in estate, facilities, property, or operational management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-leadership skills.
• Computer literacy and confidence with administrative systems.
• A university degree or diploma in a relevant field.
• Technical knowledge relating to infrastructure and grounds management (desirable).
• High level of professionalism, integrity, motivation, and the ability to motivate others.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com