PROPERTY CARETAKER

Automobile Association; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Automobile Association is seeking a reliable Property Caretaker to support the upkeep and safe operation of our facilities. The role covers minor repairs, safety and upkeep, contractor coordination and standby after hours.

The successful candidate will have 5+ years in caretaking or maintenance, practical knowledge of building systems, and a willingness to live on site as part of a couple. OHASA compliance and basic IT literacy are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• Minimum 5 years of caretaking, facilities or maintenance experience.
• Practical understanding of building maintenance and basic mechanical/electrical systems.
• Willingness to live on site as part of a couple and be available for standby and call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs to buildings and equipment where necessary (plumbing, electrical, general maintenance).
• Investigate maintenance complaints across sites and resolve problems; follow up on damage reports.
• Maintain and operate HVAC and other mechanical systems for productivity and efficiency.
• Procurement: obtain quotations and manage purchases of services/goods.
• Assist with contractor selection and management; maintain relationships with service providers.

Skills

OHASA knowledge

On-site living

Standby availability

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A Top Employer is a company that has been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for excellence in its human resources practices and employee conditions.

Being certified as a Top Employer is a mark of prestige and signals to current and prospective employees that the organization values its workforce and invests in creating a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented workplace.

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable and responsible Property Caretaker to support the ongoing maintenance, upkeep and safe operation of our facilities. This position will be responsible for overseeing the condition of buildings and facilities, attending to routine and minor maintenance issues, and coordinating contractors for services such as cleaning, security, gardening and specialist maintenance. The role requires a dependable individual who can work independently and respond to urgent facilities matters, including after‑hours call‑outs.

Job Description

• Carry out minor repairs to buildings and equipment where necessary. This includes plumbing, electrical and general maintenance issues.
• Investigate maintenance complaints from all sites and resolve problems to ensure facilities are well maintained. Follow‑up on damage reports and other maintenance problems.
• Ensure that relevant equipment and systems (heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning, other mechanical systems) are properly maintained, operated and upgraded with maximum productivity and effectiveness.
• Procurement process: Obtain quotations and manage acquisitions, approvals and actual purchases of services/goods.
• Assist with selection of contractors and service providers.
• Manage service level of and maintain relationships with contractors and service providers, including security, cleaning, gardening and electrical contractors.
• Assist with accounting aspects relating to maintenance needs according to allocated budget, assist in budgeting and planning allocation of financial resources on an annual basis.
• Manage and execute all maintenance related administrative functions.
• Assist to coordinate special projects as required.
• Assist with maintenance issues surrounding OHS requirements, including servicing of fire extinguishers, responding to hazards identified by OHS reps etc.

Education

• Grade 12 required.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a caretaking, facilities or maintenance environment.
• Practical understanding of building maintenance and basic mechanical and electrical systems.

Other

• Knowledge of health and safety requirements (OHASA).
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Willingness to live on site as part of a couple and be available for standby and call‑outs.

The company is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.