Property Maintenance Handyman (Rental Portfolio) – Experienced

How2Apply Talent Network
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

The retirement village in Vanderbijlpark needs a reliable all-rounder to keep the buildings safe and looking good. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

What your day looks like

  • Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
  • Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
  • Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)
  • Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
  • Get quotes from outside contractors and let them in for bigger jobs
  • Replace tap washers, cisterns, shower heads and toilet seats
  • Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests

Must-haves

  • Available for the occasional weekend emergency
  • 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
  • Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
  • Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units

Nice if you have

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

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

  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 plus highest school or trade certificate.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 5 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Vanderbijlpark; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • 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 TypeFull-time
LocationVanderbijlpark, Gauteng
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience5+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted5 November 2026
Closing Date6 December 2026
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