Senior Building Maintenance Lead — Multi‑Trade Expert

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Tools provided

Safety equipment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks a seasoned Lead Building Maintenance Technician to oversee the building maintenance team across commercial and residential properties. You will manage repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structure, while guiding a team and coordinating with contractors.

The role emphasizes safety, preventative maintenance, documentation, and tenant satisfaction. Candidates should bring a recognized trade qualification, at least seven years in maintenance

Qualifications

• Recognized trade qualification in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, or General Maintenance.
• At least 7 years of maintenance experience, with 3+ in supervision.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and building repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willing to relocate to Klerksdorp, North West.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance team tasks and timely work orders.
• Perform repairs on electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structures.
• Inspect properties for maintenance needs and hazards.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot building system issues.
• Coordinate with external contractors for larger projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, codes, policies.
• Develop preventative maintenance schedules.
• Assist with minor renovations and upgrades.
• Maintain records of maintenance, parts, time.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

General maintenance

Leadership

Diagnostics

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Trade qualification (Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC/General Maintenance)

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks a seasoned Lead Building Maintenance Technician to oversee the building maintenance team across commercial and residential properties. You will manage repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structure, while guiding a team and coordinating with contractors.

The role emphasizes safety, preventative maintenance, documentation, and tenant satisfaction. Candidates should bring a recognized trade qualification, at least seven years in maintenance