On-Site Maintenance Lead (Multi-Trade)

CBRE Excellerate; Matatiele; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a hands-on Handy Man in Matatiele, South Africa to deliver high-quality general maintenance across multiple client sites. The role requires independence, ability to manage a small on-site team, and response to day-to-day maintenance and call-outs with a strong emphasis on safety and client satisfaction.

Applicants should have 2–3 years’ experience and a trade qualification; proficiency in carpentry, painting, plumbing, tiling, and related trades will be a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in general building and facilities maintenance.
• Experience supervising or managing a team on-site.
• Trade-related qualification or technical certificate in building maintenance, construction, or related field.
• Hands-on skills in carpentry, painting, ceiling repairs, dry lining, basic masonry, plumbing, tiling, and related tasks.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and ability to use mobile reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and repair across client sites.
• Supervise and support on-site team members, allocate tasks, ensure quality.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior staff.
• Assist Electrical, HVAC, and Handy Man teams as required.
• Attend site call-outs, engage in ad-hoc repairs and planned maintenance.
• Manage day-to-day call-outs and track tasks.
• Conduct site checks in line with SLAs.
• Complete administration: digital job cards, reports, invoices, and delivery notes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Perform standby duties as required.

Skills

General maintenance

Team supervision

Carpentry

Painting

Ceiling repairs

Dry walling

Masonry

Welding

Plumbing

Office furniture repairs

Carpet and blinds repairs

Tiling

Lamping

Health and safety

Smartphone reporting

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

Trade-related qualification or technical certificate in building maintenance, construction, or a related field

Job description

CBRE Excellerate is seeking a hands-on Handy Man in Matatiele, South Africa to deliver high-quality general maintenance across multiple client sites. The role requires independence, ability to manage a small on-site team, and response to day-to-day maintenance and call-outs with a strong emphasis on safety and client satisfaction.

Applicants should have 2–3 years’ experience and a trade qualification; proficiency in carpentry, painting, plumbing, tiling, and related trades will be a plus.