Operator: General Building Services

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Bellville is seeking an Operator for General Building Services. The role involves ensuring the maintenance of infrastructure through hands-on duties, administrative tasks, and coordination of services. Candidates must have a Matric certificate and at least 2 years of general maintenance experience, along with good knowledge of health and safety requirements. A practical assessment will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in general maintenance including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license (code EB) with two years driving experience.
• Experience with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of all precinct requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and report on building services.
• Source parts, spares, and services.

Skills

Computer literacy

Ability to work without supervision

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Knowledge of health & safety requirements

Education

Matric (Senior Certificate)

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Title of Position: Operator: General Building Services

Post Number: 1404
Faculty/Department: University of the Western Cape → Services → Infrastructure & Engineering
Type of Position: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date: 8/12/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The Infrastructure and Engineering Department plays a pivotal role in the maintenance and improvement of the University’s infrastructure. Applications are invited for dynamic, motivated individuals with general building technical skills and knowledge who will be reporting to the Foreman, to assist with maintenance, general facilities management, and administration.

Administrative

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain relevant and up-to-date records of all precinct requirements
• Maintain a drawing and specification register
• Maintain asset inventory
• Log utilities of building and tenants
• General administrative assistance to the Precinct Manager
• Raise and close Job Cards

Handyman

• General maintenance/handyman function to quickly analyse and solve maintenance issues
• Communicate effectively with Precinct Manager and the stakeholder community to ensure optimal building performance
• Source parts, spares, and services.
• Coordinate and monitor outsourced services
• Conduct regular inspections, and report on building services: electrical, plumbing and drainage, wet fire, compressed air lines, vacuum lines, smoke extraction systems, gas suppression systems, lifts, plant rooms, pumps, fire equipment, storage tanks, UPS, generator, etc.
• Report on snags, issues and items affecting building condition and performance
• Conduct weekly utility meter readings
• Update building log book
• Assist the Precinct Manager to investigate and keep up to date with new products and technology which can assist the organisation to reduce costs and improve service
• Ensure employees, buildings and equipment meet the relevant safety requirements in terms of the OHS Act and any other relevant regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Senior Certificate)
• 2 years' experience in general maintenance (Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance experience, including experience with hand and power tools)
• A valid driver’s license (code EB) – with two years driving experience

Skills And Competencies

• Computer literacy
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Good knowledge of health & safety requirements in the workplace

A practical assessment will be conducted with all shortlisted candidates. The assessment will be conducted at the UWC premises in Bellville, Cape Town. In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: [e-mail].

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.