Building Maintenance Handyman (Residential Estate)

The private school in Lephalale needs a reliable all-rounder to keep the buildings safe and looking good. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll be based at a private school in Lephalale. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist
• Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
• Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
• Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs

• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• Code 08 licence to run errands to the hardware store
• 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

• Experience with a work order system on a phone app
• 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
• Uniform and safety boots supplied

• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.
• Do not claim electrical work you are not licensed to sign off. Say "basic electrical, no DB work" instead.