Building Maintenance Handyman (Residential Estate) – Experienced

Handy with a drill, a paintbrush and a tap washer? The rental property portfolio in Johannesburg CBD has a list waiting for you. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

You'll be based at a rental property portfolio in Johannesburg CBD. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs
• Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
• Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
• Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests
• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
• Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used
• Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant

• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
• Your own tools are a plus, but safe tool handling is a must
• At least 2 years of general building maintenance work you can back up with references
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• Code 08 licence to run errands to the hardware store

• Uniform and safety boots supplied
• On-site accommodation at some estates
• Meals on duty at hotel sites
• Training on specialised equipment like gate motors and pool plant

• Before-and-after photos on your phone can win you this job. Offer to show them at the interview.
• Do not claim electrical work you are not licensed to sign off. Say "basic electrical, no DB work" instead.