Maintenance Manager- Kzn

HotelJobs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 391,000 - 725,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One bedroom accommodation

Job summary

HotelJobs in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a luxury lodge. You will lead the maintenance team, oversee repairs and preventative maintenance, and ensure facilities are safe, compliant, and well-kept.

The role requires a strong background in plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, and experience in a lodge setting. Start date is November 2026 with one-bedroom accommodation provided.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is essential.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as Maintenance Manager.
• Strong understanding of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
• Basic vehicle service experience required.
• Road maintenance experience preferred.
• Solar systems experience preferred.
• Previous lodge experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of facilities machines and equipment.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, initiative & interpersonal skills.
• Presentable, well-spoken & professional individual.
• Understanding of electrical, plumbing & HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of lodge, business area, facilities, buildings, fixtures, furniture and equipment, landscaping and gardens, and recreational facilities.
• Enforce stock control procedures and ensure maintenance budget adherence.
• Ensure HACCP compliance in kitchens, bars, and other food production areas.
• Ensure all work aligns with company standards.
• Implement a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Program and service essential equipment.
• Communicate with guests and conduct regular satisfaction checks.
• Manage the maintenance team in line with relevant laws and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Facilities management

Leadership abilities

Electrical systems knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Carpentry knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Presentable and professional

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Hospitality and Outdoor- New Vacancy -Maintenance Manager Luxury Lodge- KwaZulu Natal

Requirements

• Grade 12 (essential)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Manager ( Essential )
• Good understanding of the technical features of plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems.
• Basic vehicle service experience required
• Road maintenance experience
• Solar systems experience preferred.
• Previous lodge experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge facilities machines and equipment.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, initiative & interpersonal skills
• Presentable, well-spoken & professional individual
• Understanding of electrical, plumbing & HVAC systems

Description

• Responsible for the overall Maintenance of lodge, business Area, and all other facilities, including the upkeep of buildings, fixtures, furniture and equipment, landscaping and gardens, and recreational facilities.
• Ensure effective stock control procedures and methods are enforced and that the maintenance expense budget is achieved.
• Ensure compliance to HACCAP principles in the general upkeep of the Kitchens, Bars, and other food production areas.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company standards.
• Ensure a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Program is implemented and that all essential equipment are serviced and maintained in a manner which prolongs the lifespan of all equipment.
• Communicates with guests and conducts regular satisfaction checks and provide feedback.
• Responsible for managing the maintenance team according to relevant laws and procedures.
• Perform occasional other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Package on offer

• R Negotiable pm
• One bedroom accommodation

Starting Date: November 2026