Handyman

SUMMARY:
Large Hotel in Sandton is looking for an energetic, reliable and experienced Handyman to join its maintenance team.

The successful candidate will assist with general repairs, preventative maintenance and the upkeep of hotel facilities, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for guests and employees.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Perform general maintenance and repairs throughout the hotel.
Carry out plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and facility maintenance tasks as required.
Repair plumbing fixtures and fittings.
Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks allocated by the Maintenance Manager.
Respond to maintenance requests and complete allocated repairs promptly and efficiently.
Use appropriate tools, materials and safe working methods when performing maintenance tasks.
Follow the hotel’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures.
Keep workshops and maintenance areas clean, tidy and organised.
Assist with other maintenance duties according to operational requirements.

Requirements:

Recognised maintenance-related qualification.
At least 1–2 years’ maintenance experience within a hotel or hospitality environment.
Proven general maintenance experience, including plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical repairs.
Good knowledge of electrical fixtures, fittings and their maintenance.
Knowledge of relevant tools, materials and health and safety requirements.
Strong English communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Good planning, organisational and multitasking skills.
Strong attention to detail and a reliable work ethic.
Professional appearance and a positive, friendly and service-oriented attitude.
Physically able to perform manual maintenance tasks.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays according to operational requirements.