On-Site Maintenance Assistant: Carpentry & Repairs

CBRE Excellerate; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Excellerate in Kimberley is recruiting a Handyman Assistant to support the Handy Man in delivering general maintenance across client sites. You will assist with carpentry, painting, tiling, plumbing, and other repairs while using mobile apps to track tasks and report outcomes.

A key part of the role is flexibility to attend site call-outs and adhere to health, safety, and client requirements while contributing to reliable facilities maintenance across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• 1–2 years’ experience in general building or facilities maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, painting, tiling, plumbing, and general repairs.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between sites.
• Ability to use a smartphone and mobile apps for reporting, checklists, and work tracking.
• Willingness to learn and support the Handy Man in all maintenance activities.
• Good communication skills and awareness of health, safety, and operational procedures.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Handy Man with general building maintenance and repairs across client sites.
• Supporting tasks such as carpentry, painting, ceiling repairs, dry walling, basic masonry, plumbing, tiling, and office furniture repairs.
• Preparing tools, materials, and equipment for site tasks.
• Assisting in conducting inspections, identifying issues, and providing accurate reports.
• Completing daily administrative tasks, including digital job cards, delivery notes, and reports using mobile technology.
• Supporting site call-outs promptly and assisting with ad-hoc repairs or PPM tasks.
• Providing constant feedback to the Handy Man and Operations Manager.
• Complying with all health, safety, and operational procedures at all times.

Skills

General maintenance

Communication

Reporting via mobile apps

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Smartphone apps

Mobile reporting tools

Job description

CBRE Excellerate in Kimberley is recruiting a Handyman Assistant to support the Handy Man in delivering general maintenance across client sites. You will assist with carpentry, painting, tiling, plumbing, and other repairs while using mobile apps to track tasks and report outcomes.

A key part of the role is flexibility to attend site call-outs and adhere to health, safety, and client requirements while contributing to reliable facilities maintenance across multiple sites.