Maintenance Assistant

Recruiter:

Wild Dreams Hospitality

Job Ref:

WDH002418/Suv

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Location:

Balule, South Africa

Salary:

9000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
A gorgeous safari lodge in the Greater Kruger region is looking for a hands-on MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Set within an open, unfenced reserve system where wildlife moves freely between properties, this lodge relies on a maintenance team that can turn their hand to almost anything. The ideal candidate is a true all-rounder, comfortable working across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general upkeep, and able to keep a remote bush property running smoothly day to day.

Core Criteria:

Solid, practical maintenance experience across multiple disciplines (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, general repairs)
Able to diagnose and resolve issues independently with minimal supervision
Comfortable working in a remote, off-grid lodge environment
Physically fit and willing to do hands-on manual work
Reliable, punctual, and able to respond quickly to maintenance requests

Candidate Responsibilities:

Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the property
Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner
Assist with the upkeep of lodge infrastructure and equipment
Support other departments with maintenance-related tasks as needed
Report on work completed and flag any ongoing issues to management

This is a live-in position

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