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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Hand (Retirement Village) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network

East London, Eastern Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Trades & Services Code 08

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Job Description

You'll fix what breaks and prevent what might, around the retirement village in East London. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

This post is in East London (Eastern Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

The work, day to day

Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs

What you need

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

Nice if you have

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

On offer

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

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in East London really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): ID copy plus references from previous maintenance jobs.
Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

Do not claim electrical work you are not licensed to sign off. Say "basic electrical, no DB work" instead.
Before-and-after photos on your phone can win you this job. Offer to show them at the interview.