Property Maintenance Invigilator

Peopleworth; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

peopleworth is seeking a Property Maintenance Invigilator to support the condition, maintenance and day-to-day functionality of a portfolio of commercial properties. Based in Bellville, Western Cape, you will inspect properties, identify issues, and prioritise repairs across sites, coordinating contractors when needed.

The role requires practical maintenance experience, a valid driver’s licence, and the ability to travel between properties with clear communication and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience across building components.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing and electrical concepts.
• Experience coordinating contractors and obtaining quotations.
• Ability to inspect and prioritise maintenance issues.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of commercial properties to identify maintenance requirements.
• Assess issues, determine action, and prioritise work by urgency and impact.
• Complete minor repairs on doors, walls, fixtures, gates, windows and other components.
• Address plumbing issues and identify when specialist help is required.
• Identify roof leaks and waterproofing concerns and arrange appropriate repairs.
• Refer work to licensed professionals when needed and monitor contractor progress.
• Plan daily activities across multiple properties and travel between sites.
• Maintain maintenance records with findings, photos, and quotations.
• Coordinate viewings and support property handovers as required.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Property inspections

Contractor coordination

Planning & prioritisation

Driving and travel between sites

Basic plumbing knowledge

Basic electrical & lighting awareness

Communication & record-keeping

Remote problem-solving

Education

Facilities/maintenance qualification (advantageous)

Job description

At peopleworth, we support work where people and performance thrive. As part of our Employer Group, we work with a variety of forward-thinking partners and are excited to share this opportunity that sits within our growing group.

Role Overview

The Property Maintenance Invigilator is a practical, hands-on role responsible for supporting the condition, maintenance, and day-to-day functionality of a portfolio of commercial properties and associated facilities.

Based in Bellville, Western Cape, this role involves inspecting properties, identifying and prioritising maintenance issues, completing appropriate minor repairs, coordinating contractors where specialist expertise is required, conducting property viewings, and ensuring that maintenance matters are followed through to completion.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently across different properties and will use sound practical judgement to determine what can be resolved directly and when a qualified tradesperson or specialist should be appointed.

• Demonstrated practical experience in property maintenance, facilities maintenance, building maintenance, general repairs, or a similar hands-on role.
• Strong practical knowledge of common building materials, fixings, tools, and general repair methods.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, including the ability to identify leaks, minor toilet or drainage problems, and straightforward plumbing repairs.
• Practical understanding of roof maintenance, waterproofing concerns, general building condition, and common property maintenance issues.
• Ability to identify basic electrical or lighting problems while recognising when work must be referred to a qualified professional.
• Experience inspecting properties or facilities and identifying maintenance concerns before they become more significant or costly.
• Experience dealing with contractors, requesting quotations, assessing proposed work, and following repairs through to completion.
• Sound cost awareness and the ability to judge whether proposed maintenance work and contractor quotations appear reasonable.
• Strong problem-solving ability, practical judgement, and confidence in determining whether a repair can be completed directly or requires specialist support.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work independently across multiple properties without requiring continuous supervision.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance, including service intervals, tyres, fluid levels, and routine safety checks.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to provide accurate updates, photographs, maintenance records, and recommendations.
• A valid driver’s licence and reliable access to transport for travel between properties and sites.
• A relevant technical, facilities, property, or maintenance qualification would be advantageous, but practical experience and demonstrated capability are equally important.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of commercial properties, buildings, and surrounding areas to identify maintenance requirements before they develop into larger problems.

• Assess maintenance issues, identify likely causes, determine the appropriate course of action, and prioritise work according to urgency and potential impact.

• Complete suitable minor repairs and general maintenance work involving doors, locks, hinges, handles, walls, ceilings, fixtures, fittings, gates, windows, and other building components.

• Identify and address basic plumbing issues such as leaking taps, minor water leaks, toilets, drainage concerns, and simple water connections where it is safe and appropriate to do so.

• Identify minor roof leaks and waterproofing concerns, complete appropriate basic repairs where possible, and recognise when specialist assistance is required.

• Identify basic electrical and lighting-related maintenance concerns and ensure that work requiring a registered or qualified professional is referred appropriately.

• Select suitable tools, fixings, screws, anchors, drill bits, and other materials for common building surfaces and general maintenance applications.

• Request and assess contractor quotations, compare the proposed scope of work against the cost, obtain alternatives where appropriate, and refer larger expenditure for approval before work proceeds.

• Coordinate contractors and service providers, arrange property access, monitor progress, and confirm that approved repairs have been completed appropriately.

• Maintain practical maintenance records for different properties, including inspection findings, photographs, outstanding work, quotations, completed repairs, and follow-up requirements.

• Understand the practical division of maintenance responsibilities between landlords and tenants and escape matters where responsibility needs to be confirmed before costs are incurred.

• Arrange and conduct property viewings for prospective commercial tenants and support property handovers and condition assessments where required.

• Monitor basic vehicle and equipment maintenance requirements, including service intervals, tyre condition, fluid levels, general safety checks, and the follow-up of servicing or repair work.

• Plan and prioritise daily activities independently, travel between properties as required, and provide clear updates on completed work and outstanding maintenance matters.

• Provide practical direction to an assistant or other supporting personnel where additional help is required to complete work safely and effectively.

• Collaborative, people-centred performance culture.

• Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Our Recruitment Process

The peopleworth Employer Group follows a fair, transparent, and multi-stage recruitment process designed to ensure mutual fit.

• Application Submission: Complete the online form and answer brief application questions.
• Initial Screening: Your application is reviewed for role alignment; successful candidates move to the longlist.
• Live Interviews: Shortlisted candidates join first-round interviews (and, where applicable, second or third rounds depending on the role).
• Final Shortlist & Verification: Reference and background checks are completed.
• Offer & Contracting: Successful candidates receive formal offers and contract documents.
• Pre-boarding & Onboarding: Once accepted, you’ll complete a pre-boarding process before officially joining your employing organisation within the Employer Group.