Property Maintenance Handyman (Rental Portfolio)

Every day is different here: small repairs, painting and planned maintenance at the shopping centre in Mthatha. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

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

• Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
• Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
• Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used
• Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs

• Your own tools are a plus, but safe tool handling is a must
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency
• At least 2 years of general building maintenance work you can back up with references
• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills

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

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

• Do not claim electrical work you are not licensed to sign off. Say "basic electrical, no DB work" instead.
• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.