Building Maintenance Handyman (Residential Estate) – Permanent

Handy with a drill, a paintbrush and a tap washer? The shopping centre in Kimberley has a list waiting for you. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
• Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
• Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
• Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
• Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist
• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs

• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• At least 2 years of general building maintenance work you can back up with references
• Code 08 licence to run errands to the hardware store
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills

• Basic first aid certificate
• Gate motor and intercom repair skills
• Pool and borehole pump experience

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

• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.
• Before-and-after photos on your phone can win you this job. Offer to show them at the interview.