Building & Facilities Maintenance Technician

Building & Facilities Maintenance Technician - R12,000 - R15,000 per month

• A reliable, hands-on Building & Facilities Maintenance Technician is required to carry out day-to-day repairs and upkeep across business premises and associated properties.
• This opportunity suits a capable maintenance all-rounder with strong practical handyman skills who can identify problems, complete routine repairs independently and recognize when specialist assistance is required. A formal artisan qualification is not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general building and property repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Perform basic plumbing, painting, patching, carpentry and minor repairs.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fittings, gutters and drains.
• Assist with workshop and factory infrastructure maintenance where appropriate and safe.
• Identify maintenance problems early and report larger repairs or work requiring specialist attention.
• Maintain tools and materials and keep a simple maintenance task list.
• Prioritise daily maintenance requirements and follow through on outstanding work.
• Help maintain clean, safe and orderly premises.

Essential Requirements

• Proven practical experience in building or property maintenance.
• Good all-round handyman skills and practical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to carry out routine repairs independently.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage maintenance priorities.
• A reliable, trustworthy and responsible approach to work.
• Flexibility to move between different maintenance tasks.
• A good understanding of safe working practices.
• Ability to recognise and escalate work beyond your skills or competency.

Advantageous

• Additional experience in basic plumbing, carpentry, welding or fabrication.
• Basic electrical maintenance exposure.
• Experience maintaining industrial or commercial premises.
• A valid driver's licence.