Property Maintenance Handyman (Rental Portfolio)

How2Apply Talent Network
Benoni, Gauteng
Temporary
Posted 1 hour ago
Temporary Trades & Services Code 08
R13 250 – R17 750/month
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Job Description

Handy with a drill, a paintbrush and a tap washer? The rental property portfolio in Benoni has a list waiting for you. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

You'll report in Benoni. Relocation is not covered for this one.

The work, day to day

  • Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
  • Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
  • Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
  • Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests
  • Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
  • Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used

You'll need

  • 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
  • Available for the occasional weekend emergency
  • Your own tools are a plus, but safe tool handling is a must
  • Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills

Extra points for

  • Pool and borehole pump experience
  • Experience with a work order system on a phone app

What's in it for you

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

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: highest school or trade certificate, references from previous maintenance jobs plus ID copy.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

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

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Before you hit apply

  • 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
SalaryR13 250 – R17 750/month
Job TypeTemporary
LocationBenoni, Gauteng
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience5+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted2 November 2026
Closing Date27 November 2026
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