Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance and retirement plan

Home office allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator to oversee maintenance operations and vendor coordination for properties near Soweto. This fully remote role focuses on managing schedules, dispatching vendors, and resolving issues from a home office.

You will ensure facilities are safe and operational, coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related coordination role.
• Strong understanding of general building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance and repair services for building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Dispatch and manage third-party vendors and contractors for on-site work orders.
• Monitor service requests and ensure timely and effective resolution of maintenance issues.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, invoices, and vendor performance.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize future issues.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, vendors, and internal teams regarding maintenance status.

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor coordination

Remote coordination

Time management

Organizational skills

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Building Maintenance Coordinator to manage maintenance operations and vendor coordination for properties, with a focus on supporting sites near Soweto . This role is fully remote, allowing you to effectively oversee maintenance schedules, vendor dispatch, and issue resolution from a home office. You will be instrumental in ensuring that all facilities are well-maintained, safe, and operational, coordinating repair services and preventative maintenance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a background in facilities management or Installation & Maintenance to leverage technology for efficient remote coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule routine maintenance and repair services for various building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Dispatch and manage third-party vendors and contractors for on-site work orders.
• Monitor service requests and ensure timely and effective resolution of maintenance issues.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, invoices, and vendor performance.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize future issues.
• Communicate effectively with property managers, vendors, and internal teams regarding maintenance status.

Requirements

• Proven experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related coordination role.
• Strong understanding of general building systems and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks remotely.
• Proficiency in using maintenance management software and remote communication tools.
• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to proactively identify and address potential maintenance concerns.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Allowance for home office expenses.
• Opportunities for professional development in facilities management and operational efficiency.