On‑Site Building Manager & Maintenance Lead

Headhunters (South Africa); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters in Gauteng, Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Building Caretaker to oversee daily inspections, maintenance and tenant support for on-site units. You will coordinate repairs, supervise cleaners and security staff, maintain logs, and respond to emergencies after hours.

Requirements include at least two years in a similar role, hands-on maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, carpentry), comfort with a smartphone and CRM app, and a willingness to live on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role.
• Practical maintenance skills including basic plumbing, electrical fault-finding, carpentry and general repairs.
• Comfortable using a smartphone, WhatsApp and recording work through a mobile application.
• Reliable, honest, proactive and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Willingness to live on-site and attend emergencies after hours and on weekends.
• Ability to work independently and maintain accurate records.
• A valid driver’s licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Building Inspections and Maintenance: daily inspections, log faults, take photos and complete minor repairs.
• Cleanliness and Upkeep: maintain cleanliness of building and communal areas.
• Maintenance Coordination: monitor requests, grant access, verify work and source materials.
• Tenant Relations: be the first contact for tenants and handle disruptions.
• Rules and Incident Reporting: enforce rules and document complaints.
• Viewings and Letting Support: show vacant units and conduct vacancy checks.
• Move-Ins and Move-Outs: conduct inspections, photograph damage, manage keys.
• Evictions and Arrears Support: assist with securing units per office instructions.
• Staff Supervision: oversee cleaners and security, manage rosters.
• Keys, Access and Security: maintain key register and monitor access.
• Digital Reporting: log inspections and maintenance in the CRM system.

Skills

Maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical work

Carpentry

Smartphone use

Record keeping

On-site living

CRM app

Tools

CRM system

Job description

Headhunters in Gauteng, Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Building Caretaker to oversee daily inspections, maintenance and tenant support for on-site units. You will coordinate repairs, supervise cleaners and security staff, maintain logs, and respond to emergencies after hours.

Requirements include at least two years in a similar role, hands-on maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, carpentry), comfort with a smartphone and CRM app, and a willingness to live on-site.