Senior Handyman

AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Facilities Management is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to ensure the smooth operation of their facilities. This role involves performing technical maintenance, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous professional development. Join a team dedicated to excellence and make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of solid maintenance experience in a built environment.
• Trade Certificate or Technical Courses required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct corrective, planned, and preventative maintenance.
• Perform daily building inspections and report findings.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety standards.

Skills

Technical Skills

Leadership and Supervision

Analytical Skills

Relating and Networking

Forward Thinking

Education

Grade 12

Trade Certificate or Technical Courses

Job description

Summary: Position Overview

Provide minor maintenance skills and knowledge within the Facilities Management environment, focusing on planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform Technical Maintenance:
2. Conduct corrective, planned, and preventative maintenance.
3. Repair building fabric, carpentry, and joinery.
4. Repair locks, handles, hinges, and accessories.
5. Carry out minor building repairs, maintenance, and painting.
6. Report and rectify all technical defects.
7. Perform daily building inspections and report findings to the line manager.

Maintain tools and equipment, and keep records.

Familiarise with the site layout and facilities, adhering to client house rules. Establish good working relationships with management and staff. Respond to ad-hoc requests from management.

Maintenance Inspections

Inspect facilities to ensure proper functioning, including tiling, paved surfaces, partitioning, ceilings, roofs, windows, doors, and painted surfaces. Report defects and repairs to the manager.

Health and Safety Compliance

Ensure compliance with all health and safety standards. Implement health and safety management systems with staff and subcontractors.

Note: Tasks may vary for operational reasons, and procedures may be amended by management as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• Trade Certificate or Technical Courses
• Minimum 5 years of solid maintenance experience in a built environment

Skills and Behaviours

• Leadership and Supervision: Model appropriate behaviour, communicate standards.
• Technical Skills: Engage in continuous professional development.
• Forward Thinking: Anticipate implications and prepare accordingly.
• Analytical Skills: Make logical judgments based on available information.
• Relating and Networking: Build good relationships with colleagues, clients, and the public.

Follow instructions and legal safety requirements. Exhibit reliability, responsibility, integrity, and commitment.

Key Result Areas

• Understand reporting responsibilities to the business and client.
• Work effectively with teams to ensure client financial compliance.
• Value feedback and communication for success.

Additional Responsibilities and Skills

Ability to take on additional responsibilities, integrate new clients, and make effective decisions at strategic, technical, and operational levels as needed.

As a South African-based company, AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd is committed to transformation and employment equity goals. For more about our culture, visit our website.

Note: Relocation costs are not covered. If you do not hear within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.