Maintenance Foreman

SUMMARY:
Position: Hotel Maintenance Foreman
Location: Cape Town

POSITION INFO:

Qualifications & Critical Criteria (Requirements)

• Trade Qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing (Red Seal preferred)
• Additional leadership, supervisory, or OHS training advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in building maintenance, Hospital Maintenance with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Hospitality or luxury property experience strongly preferred
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems
• Proven leadership ability with experience in delegation, scheduling, and team motivation
• Proficiency in CMMS systems (OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Fluent in English; additional languages an advantage
• Must hold a valid South African ID

Key Competencies

Duties & Responsibilities

• Team Supervision & Scheduling: Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, conduct briefings, and ensure attendance and conduct standards
• Technical Oversight: Guide technicians in troubleshooting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical issues; review completed work for quality and safety
• Preventive & Reactive Maintenance: Ensure PPM schedules are met; manage reactive maintenance tasks via OMNI with timely follow-up and closure
• Safety, Compliance & Standards: Enforce health and safety regulations; conduct risk assessments and incident reports when required
• Inventory & Tools Management: Oversee tools, equipment, and consumables; ensure accountability and readiness of resources
• Interdepartmental Coordination: Act as the point of contact for other departments; coordinate access for maintenance tasks in guest and public areas
• Training & Development: Mentor junior staff, correct unsafe practices, and identify skills gaps for training
• Administrative Duties: Maintain handover logs, submit daily reports, and ensure compliance documentation is accurate and up to date
• Guest Area Protocol: Ensure professional conduct, privacy, and minimal disruption during maintenance in guest spaces

Package on Offer

• Basic salary (TBA)
• 50/50 contribution to Pension
• Company contribution to medical aid

Important Application Notes

• Must hold a valid South African ID
• Only candidates with relevant trade qualifications and supervisory experience will be shortlisted
• Ensure your CV is 100% updated
• All applicants will be required to attend a virtual introduction interview
• Recruitment aligns with the company’s Employment Equity Plan

About the President Hotel

• 349 stylish rooms, apartments, and suites
• Breathtaking views of the Atlantic Seaboard
• A palm-lined infinity pool
• World-class restaurants
• State-of-the-art conference and event venues
• An iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity