Maintenance Manager

Bushwise

Zeerust

On-site

ZAR 223,000 - 279,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private room with en-suite

All meals

Uniform

Free WiFi

Laundry and room-cleaning service

Staff gratuities

Lodge bednights for friends/family

Staff discount

Gym access

Leave cycle: 36/12 days

Floating days

Staff discount on flights

Job summary

Bushwise is seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Manager for our lodge in Zeerust. You will lead a team of eight, oversee daily and preventative maintenance, safety, and the upkeep of lodge facilities, grounds and infrastructure.

Strong leadership, problem solving and practical trades knowledge are essential. You will coordinate with senior management, train staff, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards while maintaining guest‑facing areas to a 5‑star standard.

Qualifications

Proven experience in maintenance management and team leadership, preferably in hospitality.
Demonstrated ability to lead ~8 staff and manage safety and maintenance tasks.
Strong practical knowledge of electrical, plumbing and building maintenance.
Experience with air conditioning, geysers, pumps, pools and water systems is advantageous.
Knowledge of solar systems and basic electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop a team of 8 maintenance staff.
Oversee day‑to‑day maintenance, preventative maintenance, safety and general upkeep.
Train staff and ensure health and safety standards are met.
Maintain firefighting equipment and fire safety plans.
Manage stock, tools and spares and ensure tidy workshops.
Coordinate vehicle maintenance and lodge security during night shifts.
Support other departments as needed and respond to after‑hours emergencies.
Conduct monthly stock takes and light administrative duties.

Skills

Maintenance management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication with HODs

Electrical & plumbing know‑how

Solar systems knowledge

Stock control

Health & safety

Tools

Excel

PanHospitality

Word

Job description

We are looking for a hands‑on, experienced and highly organised Maintenance Manager
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day maintenance, preventative maintenance, safety and general upkeep of the lodge, staff areas, grounds, equipment and infrastructure.

A key responsibility of this position is to lead, manage and develop a team of 8 maintenance staff. The successful candidate must be a confident and positive leader who is able to delegate effectively, set clear expectations, hold team members accountable and ensure that work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.

This is a practical, hands‑on position requiring someone who is technically skilled, solution‑oriented, proactive, organised and able to lead a team while working collaboratively with the wider management team.

The successful candidate must take ownership of the maintenance department and have the ability to identify problems, find solutions and ensure that the lodge is maintained to the high standards expected of a 5‑star lodge with minimal disruption to guests and operations.

Duties

Manage the maintenance team so that all duties are executed: cleaning and maintaining the lodge and grounds, inside and outside.
Executing maintenance and preventative maintenance on all appliances and buildings (air conditioners, geysers, plumbing, electrical, pools, decking, water plant, French drains, lodge fence, fire break and so forth).
Training of staff and making sure that their duties are carried out correctly and according to health and safety standards (documenting the training for Skills Development).
Maintaining Firefighting equipment and ensuring that the fire risk to the lodge is kept to the absolute minimum. Documented Fire Plans and Fire Drills for Insurance Requirements and according the the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Manage all the stock, tools and spares in such a way to ensure that items don't go missing and so that everything is neat and tidy - no time wasted looking for tools.
Sherry and phone divert duty on certain nights.
Manage lodge security (we have a night watchman; when he goes on leave, a maintenance attendant fills the position for that period)
Assist with vehicle maintenance / arrange with the mechanic for repairs that we cannot do ourselves.
Keeping the guides and trackers busy on the days that they do not have guests. They form part of the maintenance team on these days, unless they have duties to do in their own department.
Upkeep of the solar plant and ensuring that the panels and surrounding areas are clean.
Helping out in different departments where and when needed.
Executing emergency maintenance after hours when needed.
Stock takes at the end of each month.

Requirements

Qualifications / Skills Required

Proven experience in maintenance management and team leadership, preferably within a lodge, hotel, resort or similar hospitality environment.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of approximately 8 staff members.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to delegate, guide, motivate and hold staff accountable.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work professionally with HODs and staff across different departments.
Strong practical knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general building maintenance.
Experience with air-conditioning systems, geysers, pumps, pools and water systems would be highly advantageous.
Knowledge of solar systems and basic electrical troubleshooting.
Good understanding of preventative maintenance.
Good organisational and stock‑control skills.
A strong understanding of workplace health and safety, firefighting and first aid.
The ability to troubleshoot problems and find practical solutions.
The ability to work independently and take initiative.
A hands‑on approach as well as basic administrative skills such as sending emails, using Excel and Word and operating PanHospitality (not essential; we can do training at the lodge).
The ability to prioritise tasks and remain calm and effective during emergencies.
A positive, solution‑focused attitude.
A valid driver's licence.

Experience

Minimum 3 years' experience required within the hospitality industry at a similar institution.
Salary: R20,000 – R25,000 per month, depending on qualifications, skills and experience
Medical Aid contribution: R1,478.35 per month after successful completion of the 3-month probationary period

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