Technical Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Technical Manager in Stellenbosch to oversee neighborhood maintenance and landscaping. The candidate will manage a wet-waste compost facility, supervise staff, and engage with the community. Applicants should have a National Senior Certificate and significant experience in technical maintenance. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for fostering community pride and ensuring high maintenance standards.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• Proactive, initiative-driven mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise physical maintenance activities in the Neighbourhood.
• Oversee gardening and landscaping functions.
• Manage the wet-waste compost facility operations.
• Allocate daily tasks and develop maintenance schedules.
• Track expenditures against approved budgets.

Skills

Technical maintenance ability

Landscaping and horticulture

Staff leadership

Problem-solving skills

Community engagement

Education

National Senior Certificate

Job description

Job Overview

• Application Deadline: 15 March 2026
• Job Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
• Job Title: Technical Manager
• Education Level: Certificate
• Job Level: Management
• Minimum Experience: 8 - 10 Years

Technical Manager position available in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Neighbourhood Maintenance & Infrastructure
  • Initiate, supervise and complete all physical maintenance activities in the Neighbourhood.
  • Set up and manage a structured maintenance programme for all common areas and facilities.
  • Maintain Neighbourhood infrastructure including electrical systems, fencing, irrigation systems, piping, welding repairs and general building maintenance.
  • Ensure buildings, facilities and common areas are maintained to a high standard.
  • Inspect work performed by contractors and sign off prior to payment processing.
• Landscaping & Aesthetics
  • Oversee and actively participate in gardening and landscaping functions.
  • Demonstrate passion and creative flair for plants and landscape enhancement.
  • Develop seasonal landscaping plans (feeding, replanting, new installations, etc.) and improvement initiatives.
  • Supervise irrigation systems and water reticulation infrastructure.
  • Conduct regular inspections to maintain high aesthetic standards.
• Wet-Waste compost facility:
  • We strive to be the first “NO WASTE TO LANDFILL” neighbourhood in South Africa by December 2028. Part of this strategy is the harvesting of wet waste from the neighbourhood’s residents (each home and apartment) which will be used in the compost facility together with all other brown and green garden waste.
  • The Technical Manager will oversee the collection of the wet waste and will draw up a weekly pick-up schedule throughout the Neighbourhood.
  • The Technical Manager will furthermore be responsible for the production of the compost and distributing it to the public gardens and parks within the Neighbourhood.
  • In summary, this position is responsible for the wet waste facility from harvesting plant material, production and redistribution into the gardens.
• Staff Supervision & Planning
  • Allocate daily tasks to maintenance and gardening staff.
  • Develop weekly and monthly maintenance schedules.
  • Monitor staff performance and productivity.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety standards.
• Budget & Cost Control
  • Obtain quotations for maintenance works (preferably three where required).
  • Make recommendations to Trustees regarding cost-saving opportunities.
  • Track expenditure against approved budgets.
• Compliance & Emergency Response
  • Identify and respond proactively to maintenance risks and potential failures.
  • Act as first response coordination point during emergencies such as burst pipes, fire or electrical faults.
  • Ensure Neighbourhood assets are properly maintained and recorded.
  • Support compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Community Engagement
  • Maintain a visible, approachable presence on site.
  • Foster a strong sense of community and pride in the Neighbourhood.
  • Work collaboratively with Trustees and Management.

Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate (Tertiary Qualification Beneficial)
• Relevant experience in a similar position
• Strong technical maintenance ability (electrical, plumbing, fencing, welding, mechanical, irrigation)
• Passion for landscaping and horticulture
• Proactive, initiative-driven mindset
• Staff leadership and task planning capability
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Community-focused attitude