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Our client, based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking a practical, hands-on Building / Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance, repairs, and modernisation projects of the organization’s fixed and movable property, facilities, and infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements :

• 5+ years’ hands-on experience in Building / Maintenance / Construction / Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervising a team.
• Strong technical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve technical problems related to maintenance and construction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of building trades.
• Knowledge of building regulations and property bylaws.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Computer literate (MS Office).

Personal Attributes :

• A person of high integrity and highly ethical.
• A person with a very patient and empathetic nature.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage projects.

Main Duties :

Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance of building structures, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure job cards are completed within stipulated time frames.
• Ensure Property Department processes are adhered to.

Physical Monthly Walk Abouts to Inspect all Sites

• Focus on identifying potential issues before they escalate.
• Conduct comprehensive maintenance assessments to ensure the new financial year budget aligns with necessary actions.

Village Modernisation & Upgrades

• Manage small to medium-sized modernisation projects with a solid understanding of construction trades.

Supplier Oversight

• Supervise contractors, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to budgets, timelines, and compliance with building regulations.

Resident Interaction

• Act as the point of contact for on-site issues, requiring empathy, patience, and clear communication, particularly when dealing with elderly residents.

Reporting & Coordination

• Collaborate with the Head of Property, providing clear updates on maintenance activities, costs, and project progress.

Emergencies

• First point of contact for after-hours emergency escalations.
• Emergency response plan already in place, serious escalations to be reported to the Head of Property.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying.

Our client, based in Port Elizabeth, is seeking a practical, hands-on Building / Maintenance Supervisor, to oversee the maintenance, repairs, and modernisation projects of the organization’s fixed and movable property, facilities, and infrastructure.

• 5 + Years’ hands-on experience in Building / Maintenance / Construction / Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supervising a team.
• Strong technical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve technical problems related to maintenance and construction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong knowledge of building trades.
• Knowledgeable on building regulations and property bylaws.
• Knowledgeable on Health & Safety legislation, policies and procedures.
• Computer Literate (MS Office).

Personal Attributes:

• A person of high integrity and highly ethical.
• A person with a very patient and empathetic nature.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage projects.

Main Duties:

Maintenance Planning and Execution

• Oversee preventative and reactive maintenance of building structures, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure job cards are completed within stipulated time frames.
• Ensure Property Department processes are adhered to.

Physical Monthly Walk Abouts to Inspect all Sites

• Focus on identifying potential issues before they escalate.
• Conduct comprehensive maintenance assessments to ensure the new financial year budget aligns with necessary actions.
• Manage small to medium-sized modernisation projects with a solid understanding of construction trades.
• Supervise contractors, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to budgets, timelines, and compliance with building regulations.

Resident Interaction

• Act as the point of contact for on-site issues, requiring empathy, patience, and clear communication, particularly when dealing with elderly residents.

Reporting & Coordination

• Collaborate with the Head of Property, providing clear updates on maintenance activities, costs, and project progress.
• First point of contact for afterhours emergency escalations.
• Emergency response plan already in place, serious escalations to be reported to the Head of Property.

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying.

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Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

JAAD07072025-1

Date posted:

Monday, July 7, 2025

Location:

saldanha, Western Cape, South Africa

Salary:

R33,000 per month

SUMMARY:

OPERATIONS MANAGER ( Yacht building and maintenance) – SALDANHA

POSITION INFO:

A well-established marine facility in Saldanha is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Operations Manager with marine engineering experience.

This is a key leadership role overseeing the operations and workshop teams to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Departmental Management

• Plan, manage, and direct Operations Department functions and personnel
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures, statutory requirements, and safety regulations
• Provide regular operational feedback to Head Office
• Maintain clear communication with Business Development and Finance Departments
• Manage sub-contractors and ensure accurate reporting of completed work
  
  

• Provide technical management support for all operational activities
• Plan, schedule, and cost work for quotations
• Oversee job cards, scope changes, and client communication
• Supervise workshop execution, staff allocation, and quality control
• Ensure accurate invoicing and reporting of material and labour use
• Maintain infrastructure, equipment, and machinery
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental standards
• Operate Travel Lift and associated equipment when required
  
  

• Technical background with marine engineering experience
• Proven leadership in a hands-on operations or workshop environment
• Strong understanding of compliance, scheduling, and quality control
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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A well-established marine facility in Saldanha is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Operations Manager with marine engineering experience.

This is a key leadership role overseeing the operations and workshop teams to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Departmental Management

• Plan, manage, and direct Operations Department functions and personnel
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures, statutory requirements, and safety regulations
• Provide regular operational feedback to Head Office
• Maintain clear communication with Business Development and Finance Departments
• Manage sub-contractors and ensure accurate reporting of completed work

Service & Technical Duties

• Provide technical management support for all operational activities
• Plan, schedule, and cost work for quotations
• Oversee job cards, scope changes, and client communication
• Supervise workshop execution, staff allocation, and quality control
• Ensure accurate invoicing and reporting of material and labour use
• Maintain infrastructure, equipment, and machinery
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental standards
• Operate Travel Lift and associated equipment when required

Requirements:

• Technical background with marine engineering experience
• Proven leadership in a hands-on operations or workshop environment
• Strong understanding of compliance, scheduling, and quality control
• Excellent communication and coordination skills

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated technical professional to take ownership of operations in a dynamic marine setting.