Maintenance Operative

Berkeley Group Plc; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in Gauteng is seeking a Maintenance Technician to carry out various maintenance tasks and support the Facilities Manager. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in trades like plumbing and carpentry, with strong problem-solving skills and a customer-first approach. This role offers numerous benefits including health insurance and an increase in annual leave with service.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Online discount platform access

Volunteer day

Private pension plan

Group life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience with plumbing, carpentry, and basic electrical works.
• Ability to manage maintenance requests and keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks.
• Support the Facilities Manager with defect reporting.
• Prepare apartments for incoming residents.
• Conduct regular building checks and compliance activities.
• Manage maintenance requests efficiently.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience across a variety of trades

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Organised and proactive

Commitment to health, safety, and sustainability practices

Job description

Overview

Berkeley Living is a dedicated rental offering from the Berkeley Group, combining five decades of expertise in creating high-quality homes and communities with a forward-looking approach to modern living. Established to redefine the rental experience, Berkeley Living delivers homes of exceptional design and craftsmanship, supported by an unwavering commitment to service, care, and attention to detail.

Our developments are located within established, well-connected Berkeley communities, ensuring residents enjoy not only beautifully designed apartments but also thoughtfully curated public spaces, amenities, and excellent transport links. Every element has been considered to provide a seamless, stress-free experience, where flexibility meets the reassurance of a trusted and responsible landlord.

At the core of Berkeley Living is a belief that renting should be as effortless as it is rewarding. We remove complexity, anticipate needs, and foster welcoming environments where individuals can feel truly at home. In doing so, we set a new benchmark for renting – one that prioritises quality, integrity, and excellence at every stage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of reactive and preventative maintenance tasks, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, minor electrical works, and routine inspections.
• Support the Facilities Manager with defect reporting, snagging, and coordination of external contractors.
• Prepare apartments to the highest standards for incoming residents and ensure void units are maintained effectively.
• Conduct regular building checks, fire alarm testing, and compliance-related activities to ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Manage maintenance requests efficiently, providing immediate solutions where possible and escalating when required.
• Keep accurate maintenance records on the Yardi platform and ensure all tools and equipment are well maintained.
• Promote sustainability initiatives, such as efficient energy use in void properties.
• Act as a visible and approachable point of contact for residents, delivering excellent customer service at all times.
• Assist with resident move-ins and move-outs, including furniture relocation when necessary.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

• Hands-on maintenance experience across a variety of trades (plumbing, carpentry, basic electrics).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical and long-term solutions.
• A team player with excellent communication skills and a customer-first approach.
• Organised, proactive, and able to prioritise tasks to minimise downtime.
• Commitment to health, safety, and sustainability practices.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.
• Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
• Berkeley Foundation volunteer day.
• Private pension plan.
• Group life assurance.

The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.

Internal applicants: If you’re an internal applicant, please ensure you’ve informed your line manager of your intention to apply for this position.