Facilities Maintenance Handyman (Office Park)

How2Apply Talent Network
Cape Town CBD, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 3 hours ago
Contract Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

Every day is different here: small repairs, painting and planned maintenance at the private school in Cape Town CBD. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

This post is Cape Town CBD-based, with most of your time spent at a private school. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

What your day looks like

  • Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist
  • Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used
  • Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
  • Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests
  • Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
  • Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas

What you need

  • Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
  • Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
  • Your own tools are a plus, but safe tool handling is a must
  • Available for the occasional weekend emergency
  • Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units

Extra points for

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

What you get

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: ID copy, highest school or trade certificate plus references from previous maintenance jobs.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Cape Town CBD.

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How to stand out

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationCape Town CBD, Western Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience4+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted9 October 2026
Closing Date12 November 2026
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