Multi-Trades Facility Technician (PCI Secure Environments)

Empact Group; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Empact Group is seeking a skilled Handyman to join our maintenance team in Germiston. You will perform planned, preventive and reactive maintenance across electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, and carry out general repairs to buildings and fittings, ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–3 years' relevant experience, a valid driver's licence, and a Red Seal or equivalent trade qualification is advantageous. PCI/security environment experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years' relevant post-qualification or practical maintenance experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of maintenance, repairs and fault-finding.
• General handyman skills, including carpentry, painting, tiling and minor building repairs.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Red Seal or equivalent recognised trade qualification in Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical (Advantageous)
• Proven experience in property, residential estate, facilities or building maintenance.
• Experience working in a PCI, security-sensitive or controlled-access environment will be highly advantageous.
• Based in or around Umhlanga, or willing to relocate.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with residents and site personnel.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual work, including lifting, climbing and working in confined or restricted areas.
• Knowledge and understanding of occupational health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Perform general handyman repairs, including carpentry, painting, tiling, minor building works and fixture/fitting repairs.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot maintenance and equipment-related issues.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance requirements, potential faults and safety risks.
• Attend to maintenance requests and work orders within agreed timeframes.
• Respond to maintenance callouts and emergencies, including after-hours call-outs where required.
• Install, repair, assemble and maintain fixtures, fittings, equipment and building components.
• Support preventative maintenance programmes and ensure maintenance tasks are completed to the required standard.
• Maintain basic and accurate records of work completed, faults identified, repairs undertaken and materials used.
• Liaise directly and professionally with residents, site staff, supervisors, contractors and service providers.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements, site procedures and organisational standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment.
• Work with minimal supervision while ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently, professionally and to a high standard.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely and responsibly.

Skills

Technical Trade Competence

Multi-Skilled Maintenance

Problem-Solving

Quality workmanship

Reliability

Health & Safety Awareness

Customer & Stakeholder Service

Education

Red Seal or equivalent trade qualification

Job description

Empact Group is seeking a skilled Handyman to join our maintenance team in Germiston. You will perform planned, preventive and reactive maintenance across electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, and carry out general repairs to buildings and fittings, ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–3 years' relevant experience, a valid driver's licence, and a Red Seal or equivalent trade qualification is advantageous. PCI/security environment experience is highly valued.