Perform operational tasks and duties associated with the role.

• Receive job cards from Maintenance Manager and do an inspection together with the MM where possible.  Alternatively, report back to MM on any additional repairs needed.
• Ensure that units are completed on time by managing staff and stock and having daily discussions with the MM regarding all teams and issues.
• Assisting handymen where necessary.
• Requesting electricity and water where needed from either MM or Administrator.
• Basic plumbing:  Repair leaking toilets, pipes, taps.  Install P-traps, toilet pans, taps, basins.
• Basic carpentry:  Repair cupboard doors, install readymade cupboards & tops, install vanity cupboards. Repair/replace doors in units including solid doors. Replace shelves and adjust hinges. 
• Basic electrical repairs:  Repair/replace plugs, light fittings, and bulbs. Replace stove plates.
• Painting – have a basic knowledge of different paints, and prep work where leakages or other damaged were incurred before painting.
• General maintenance:  Replace curtain rails, window handles, door frames, do tiling and screeding (small areas).  Repair/replace locks of both wooden doors and security gates.
• Maintain tools, vehicles and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
• Write out orders for stock and ensure that handymen receive order timeously.
• Report back to In-House Manager on all outstanding jobs and advising if specific repairs should be done by an outside contractor.  That mainly pertains to flooring and painting of entire units.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Grade 10
• MS Office:
• MS Excel – Basic.
• MS Outlook – Basic.
• Code 08 Drivers License required.
• Basic Electrical Certificate an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• 4 years’ experience in a maintenance environment.
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety including PPE required.
• Extensive knowledge of tools and materials & quantities needed for tasks.