Property Maintenance Manager

FROGG Recruitment SA; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment SA is seeking a Property Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance of residential estate infrastructure, ensuring safety, reliability and quality. You will lead a hands-on team, coordinate contractors, manage budgets and drive high resident service standards.

The role requires a strong technical background, 10+ years in similar supervision, and a valid driver's license. On-site work in the Western Cape with a focus on resilience and compliance.

Qualifications

• Matric with relevant trade qualification (Plumber/Electrician/technical) and drivers license.
• 10+ years experience in Property/Facility/Estate/Maintenance management or similar supervisor role.
• Hands-on technical skills across carpentry, plastering, painting, electrical & plumbing fault-finding.
• Strong OHASA knowledge and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Attend, plan and repair or maintenance around the estate.
• Lead maintenance team; schedule, train and review performance to drive low absenteeism.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance plans for property infrastructure, fire safety & CCTV.
• Handle general repairs and urgent resident requests within SLA timelines.
• Oversee tenders, negotiate contracts, supervise on-site contractors for OHASA compliance.
• Coordinate move-in/move-out inspections and rapid unit refurbishments.
• Maintain perimeter security & IT system uptime within budget.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Contractor management

Budgeting & cost control

OHASA compliance knowledge

Building trades expertise

Driver's license

Resident service orientation

IT literacy & CCTV data management

Education

Matric with relevant trade qualification (Plumber/Electrician/technical)

Tools

CCTV systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a skilled, proactive, and values-driven maintenance professional looking for a meaningful leadership role? We are seeking an exceptional Property Maintenance Manager to oversee the preservation, technical integrity, and day-to-day routine maintenance of residential estate infrastructure. If you possess a diverse hands-on technical skillset, strong contractor/project management abilities, and a heart for premium resident service, we want to hear from you!

• Matric with relevant trade qualification – Plumber, Electrician or Technical qualification
• 10+ years Proven experience as a Property/Facility/Estate/Village/ or Maintenance Manager or similar technical supervisory capacity.
• Must have drivers license and own vehicle.
• Strong hands-on technical capabilities across general building trades (Carpentry, Plastering, Painting, Electrical, and Plumbing fault-finding).
• Thorough functional knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHASA) and local building regulations.
• Exceptional computer literacy with basic network, hardware, printer, and CCTV data management familiarity.
• Outstanding leadership (managing 7 staff), budgeting, resource-planning, and contractor-negotiation skills.
• A deeply empathetic, polite approach to resident care, maintaining direct eye contact, active listening, and a prompt conflict-resolution mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend, plan and repair or maintenance around the estate
• Team Leadership: Manage and schedule maintenance staff, conducting training and performance reviews to drive low absenteeism.
• Preventative Maintenance: Execute maintenance plans for critical property infrastructure, fire safety, and CCTV.
• Repairs & SLAs: Handle general repairs (electrical, plumbing, carpentry) and resolve urgent resident requests within turnaround time.
• Contractor Management: Oversee tenders, negotiate contracts, and supervise on-site contractors to ensure OHASA and building compliance.
• Turnaround Logistics: Conduct move-in/move-out inspections and coordinate rapid unit refurbishments.
• Security & Budget: Maintain 100% uptime for perimeter security and IT systems while keeping expenses within budget.