Technical & Facilities Manager - Lodges & Camps

iOCO; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Phinda is seeking an experienced Assistant Technical Manager to lead maintenance across lodges, staff villages and reserve facilities. The role requires 3–5 years in maintenance leadership, with strong electrical, refrigeration and plumbing skills.

You will manage budgets, CAPEX projects, supplier negotiations, and supervise maintenance staff and contractors on site. This permanent position in KwaZulu-Natal involves coordinating with lodge managers, ensuring high standards, and contributing to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in maintenance management in a similar-sized operation.
• Electrical, refrigeration and air-conditioning proficiency are essential.
• Experience with plumbing, water and sewage treatment, building, carpentry and general maintenance.
• Valid unendorsed SA driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on maintenance in lodges, staff villages and reserve to maintain high organisational standards.
• Guide budgeting for monthly maintenance and annual CAPEX budgets.
• Communicate with lodge-managers on maintenance needs and project progress.
• Oversee administration and financial processes related to maintenance including stock control.
• Train maintenance staff and oversee HR-related tasks as required by HR Manager.
• Negotiate with suppliers and deploy permanent maintenance staff at Phinda.
• Manage site construction/renovations and water treatment/grey water systems.
• Support IT network infrastructure maintenance and ensure clear communication channels.

Skills

Maintenance management

Budgeting

Contractors management

Team leadership

HR responsibilities

Job description

Phinda is seeking an experienced Assistant Technical Manager to lead maintenance across lodges, staff villages and reserve facilities. The role requires 3–5 years in maintenance leadership, with strong electrical, refrigeration and plumbing skills.

You will manage budgets, CAPEX projects, supplier negotiations, and supervise maintenance staff and contractors on site. This permanent position in KwaZulu-Natal involves coordinating with lodge managers, ensuring high standards, and contributing to