Building Maintenance Handyman (Residential Estate)

You'll fix what breaks and prevent what might, around the shopping centre in Potchefstroom. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is Potchefstroom-based, with most of your time spent at a shopping centre.

• Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
• Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist
• Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
• Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
• Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used

• At least 2 years of general building maintenance work you can back up with references
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus

• Experience with a work order system on a phone app
• Pool and borehole pump experience
• Gate motor and intercom repair skills

• Uniform and safety boots supplied
• On-site accommodation at some estates
• 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.
• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.