Multi-Skilled Maintenance Hand (Retirement Village)

You'll fix what breaks and prevent what might, around the residential security estate in Randburg. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

This post is in Randburg (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Start is planned for the beginning of next month.

• Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
• Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests
• Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
• Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs
• Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used

• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• At least 2 years of general building maintenance work you can back up with references
• Code 08 licence to run errands to the hardware store
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
• Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units

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

• On-site accommodation at some estates
• Uniform and safety boots supplied
• 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.