Maintenance Assistant

Key Responsibilities

Daily Maintenance

• Handle maintenance requests for communal buildings and estate infrastructure
• Assign tasks to the maintenance team and follow up on completion
• Help manage the helpdesk or job card system

• Inspect estate areas and assets regularly
• Perform or oversee small repairs (electrical, plumbing, handyman work)
• Assist with preventative maintenance planning

• Oversee maintenance team performance
• Schedule and manage third-party contractors for small projects or services
• Be available on-site to provide logistics and support

• Monitor tools, equipment, and supplies
• Ensure proper tool usage, storage, and maintenance
• Request materials when needed

• Follow and enforce health and safety guidelines
• Report hazards and incidents
• Be available for emergency call-outs and planning

• Matric (Grade 12)
• A technical or trade certificate in building, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work is preferred
• Valid Code B driver’s license
• 3–5 years of general maintenance or facilities experience
• Prior estate, hospitality, or community maintenance experience is a plus
• Supervisory experience is advantageous

• Strong knowledge of general maintenance and repair
• Good problem-solving and planning ability
• Able to use basic digital tools (Excel, email, maintenance systems)

• Reliable and proactive
• Neat and respectful when dealing with residents
• Calm under pressure
• A team player who follows instructions well

Email: elegantsrecruitments @ gmail. com