Building Maintenance Handyman (Residential Estate) – Immediate Start

The private school in Potchefstroom needs a reliable all-rounder to keep the buildings safe and looking good. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The site is in Potchefstroom; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs
• Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
• Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
• Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
• Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
• Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist

• Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units
• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills

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

• 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.
• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.