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Lead Maintenance Operations at a Premier Coastal Hospitality Property
Facilities & Maintenance | Hermanus, Western Cape
Salary: R24000 - R32000

About Our Client
Our client is a respected hospitality group that offers unique and tranquil guest experiences at their premium properties across the Western Cape. They foster a culture of career development, operational excellence, and high service standards, making them a top choice for skilled professionals in the tourism and hospitality sector.

The Role: Repair & Maintenance Manager
The successful candidate will lead the maintenance function at a luxury property in Hermanus, ensuring all facilities are maintained for optimal performance, aesthetics, and safety. The role involves managing staff, contractors, and operational procedures to deliver a seamless guest experience and uphold property integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all maintenance operations across the property

• Coordinate with hotel departments to address and resolve issues

• Plan and execute preventative maintenance programs

• Supervise maintenance staff and external contractors

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and building regulations

• Read and work from technical drawings and layouts

• Monitor expenses and contribute to budgeting and cost control

• Drive continuous improvement across facilities management practices

About You

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar role within property or hospitality maintenance

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and projects

• Technical background in facilities, with hands-on knowledge

• OHAS knowledge essential; qualification preferred

• A project management qualification is advantageous

• Solid admin skills and computer literacy (MS Office)

• Strong communicator, detail-oriented, solution-focused

Oversee Property Operations at a Premier Seaside Hospitality Destination
Facilities & Maintenance | Camps Bay, Cape Town
Salary: R24000 - R32000

About Our Client
Our client is a top-tier hospitality group committed to delivering premium experiences through attention to detail and operational excellence. Known for developing talent and offering long-term growth opportunities, they cultivate a culture of professionalism, care, and continual improvement.

The Role: Repair & Maintenance Manager
This role is responsible for ensuring that all facilities and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standard. Based at a luxury property in Camps Bay, the Repair & Maintenance Manager leads a multi-disciplinary maintenance team, overseeing daily operations, preventative work, and emergency repairs to ensure safety, functionality, and a flawless guest environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all maintenance operations on-site

• Lead a team of maintenance technicians and ensure efficient task delegation

• Coordinate with departments to respond promptly to maintenance issues

• Plan and execute preventative maintenance schedules

• Manage contractor and supplier relationships

• Monitor and report on maintenance budgets and expenses

• Ensure compliance with OHAS standards and building regulations

• Interpret and work from architectural layouts and technical drawings

About You

• 3 - 5 years of experience in a similar maintenance or facilities management role

• Previous supervisory or project management experience is essential

• Technical background with broad maintenance skills

• Experience in hospitality or commercial property management is advantageous

• Proficient with MS Office and strong administrative capabilities

• Knowledge of OHAS regulations and building codes

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities

• Qualification in Maintenance or Project Management preferred

The successful candidate must be dynamic and proactive, with high skill levels and competencies.

Duties include, but are not limited to: Plan and manage all

We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Junior Maintenance Technician to join a Cold Store facility based in Midrand. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mobile racking systems, general facility maintenance, and preferably a background in working with ammonia refrigeration systems in Cold Storage environment.

Key Skills

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on mobile racking systems and warehouse storage equipment.
• Carry on preventative maintenance repair tasks across various facility systems, including :
• Lighting
• HVAC
• Basic plumbing and electrical
• General building upkeep
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and maintenance issues to minimize operational disruptions
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance work performed and report any recurring issues
• Assist in the installation or modification of equipment and infrastructure
• Support health and safety compliance by ensuring maintenance work is carried out safely and according to regulations

Requirements

Remuneration

R12000 – R14 000

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for, including but not limited to, preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, planned maintenance, servicing, refurbishing, installation activities on all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation related equipment and civil maintenance related tasks on buildings / facilities and sites.

Key variables

Maintenance

• Implement, maintain and ensure adherence to preventative maintenance program for plant equipment, machinery and other related facilities.
• Perform analyses on equipment maintenance needs from a preventative, breakdown, servicing and refurbishment perspective.
• Perform root cause analyses on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, and other equipment / spares / consumables related failures.
• Order and maintain stock levels on consumables / spares / equipment and other parts used in the plant equipment to minimize downtime by ensuring replacement spares / equipment is available.
• Maintain records of plant equipment, lifespan of equipment, services, breakdowns, readings and other equipment related history as input to maintenance systems and stock requirements.
• Conduct performance analyses on plant equipment using relevant instruments / tools / equipment / to establish historic maintenance records as input to maintenance systems.
• Perform root cause analyses on all breakdowns, equipment failures and update relevant records and put preventative measures in place to prevent re-occurrence.
• Maintain, repair, refurbish and service plant equipment / spares including but not limited to pumps, motors, cables, compressors, belt press, valves, drive units, chemical feeders, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic systems, gearboxes, motors, etc.
• Install plant equipment including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic instrumentation, etc.
• Maintain accurate records on preventative / breakdown / planned / unplanned maintenance activities and utilise as input into stock maintenance system.
• Adhere to OHSA regulations and requirements with regards to safe work practices / procedures including but not limited to confined space / pressure vessels / switching gears / working at heights / isolation of equipment and other regulations as required.
• Make recommendations and actively participate in making modifications / improvement initiatives for equipment to ensure optimum productivity, efficiency and utilisation of equipment.
• Install / change / fix water / steam / air / hydraulics / pneumatic pipelines, valves, and other mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Compile / interpret drawings, blueprints, schedules, schematics and diagrams for a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation related tasks as and when required.
• Perform various riggings / slinging tasks related to the installation / removal / replacement of equipment including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation related equipment.

Breakdown Maintenance

• Perform root cause analysis to identify the root causes of breakdowns / failures and take corrective action to fix equipment / parts to ensure that equipment is up and running as quickly as possible and put preventative measures in place to eliminate / mitigate future breakdowns of the same nature.
• Develop, implement and maintain a breakdown maintenance tracking / recording system, analyse data and make recommendations with regards to preventing / eliminating breakdowns.
• Repair / replace mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical equipment / equipment parts as per relevant standard operating procedures, safety rules and regulation and equipment / supplier requirements.
• Perform ore-start checks, start-up, set-up, shutdown, isolation, safeguarding, and other procedures relating to the maintenance of machines / equipment as per relevant standard procedures, practices, policies.
• Record breakdowns and problems with the equipment / machinery / parts and update relevant maintenance record systems.
• Adhere to OHSA regulations and requirements with regards to safe work practices / procedures including but not limited to confined space / pressure vessels / switching gears / working at heights / isolation of equipment and other regulations as required.

Preventative Maintenance

• Plan and schedule daily assigned work orders / job cards and prepare relevant materials / equipment / tools / consumables to perform relevant jobs / tasks.
• Assist in the development / implementation of planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on equipment including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc. equipment.
• Take appropriate actions to prevent equipment breakdowns including but not limited to preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, etc. equipment to eliminate / mitigate / minimize equipment breakdowns / failures.
• Implement and maintain records relating to inspection and monitoring tasks on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, etc. equipment to proactively identify potential faults / problems / issues, etc.
• Perform scheduled / frequent checks / inspections / tests on mechanical, electrical / pneumatic / hydraulic / instrumentation, electrical, etc. equipment to identify potentially / existing defects.
• Identify / implement equipment / process for improvement and cost reduction initiatives to ensure optimal production effectiveness / cost effectiveness / efficiencies / equipment availability and equipment utilisation.
• Perform any other tasks related to the furthering of business interests tasks / activities / duties delegated to you.
• Identify / maintain optimum availability of consumables / spares / equipment and communicate to the relevant store person and ensure critical spares and other consumable stock holding is sufficient.
• Perform all first line preventative maintenance tasks on the mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, welding or machining.

Planned and Maintenance

• Develop, implement and execute planned maintenance activities / tasks with regards to routine maintenance, servicing and refurbishing of equipment mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc. equipment.
• Prioritise planned maintenance activities to ensure minimum disruption to production processes and optimal equipment utilisation and availability.
• Compile project plans / schedules with regards to the servicing / refurbishments / planned replacement of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, instrumentation, electrical, etc. equipment.
• Develop, implement and maintain a planned maintenance tracking / recording system, analyse data and make recommendations with regards to frequency of servicing / planned replacement / refurbishment of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc. equipment.
• Routine maintenance tasks related to cleaning, inspections, preventative maintenance, planned maintenance schedule and first line maintenance in equipment / buildings / facilities.
• Assign and ensure completion of planned general maintenance tasks such as painting, welding, soldering, repairing, lubricating, cleaning, etc., and monitor quality of completion of tasks.
• Ensure that planned maintenance activities are budgeted for and conducted within the budgetary constraints and in line with overall maintenance plan.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance to relevant legislation e.g., certificates of compliance, firefighting systems, electrical installations, etc.
• Monitoring, maintenance and testing of alarm systems, smoke detectors, firefighting systems, air conditioners, etc.

Management of Staff

• Handle grievances effectively within a reasonable time frame.
• Plan, allocate, and apply maintenance labor to minimize casual labor, fixed-term contracts, and overtime.
• Identify training needs of maintenance assistance and develop high potential candidates.
• Maintain regular communication with maintenance staff regarding breakdowns, planned, preventative, and servicing maintenance, adhering to budgets.

Installations

• Move, install, and reposition mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc., equipment/machinery as per supplier / manufacturer requirements, SOPs, practices, and policies.

Management of Staff

• Handle grievances effectively within a reasonable time frame.
• Plan, allocate, and apply maintenance labor to minimize casual labor, fixed-term contracts, and overtime.
• Identify training needs of maintenance assistance and develop high potential candidates.

Installations

• Move, install, and reposition mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc., equipment/machinery as per supplier / manufacturer requirements, SOPs, practices, and policies.

Management of Staff

• Handle grievances effectively within a reasonable time frame.
• Plan, allocate, and apply maintenance labor to minimize casual labor, fixed-term contracts, and overtime.

Training and Development

• Identify and address training needs of operational and maintenance staff, and make recommendations to bridge gaps.
• Develop and give input into theoretical training materials and SOP development.
• Train operational and maintenance staff in the correct use and first-line maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc., equipment/machinery.

Finance and Equipment

• Monitor and control financial expenditures to ensure they stay within approved budgets.
• Develop initiatives for optimal utilization of financial resources and equipment to ensure low-cost production.
• Ensure adherence to financial control systems, manage costs, and allocate financial resources effectively.

Servicing Equipment

• Develop and maintain machinery / equipment service tracking / recording systems, analyze data, and recommend scheduling for servicing, replacement, and refurbishment.
• Service mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, electrical, etc., equipment / machinery as per schedules and policies.

Occupational Health and Safety

• Inspect machinery / plant equipment / surrounding areas daily for hazards and take corrective actions.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, procedures, policies, and standards.
• Ensure staff are trained in safe work procedures and that lockout / safeguarding protocols are followed.

Administration

• Develop and maintain preventative, first-line, planned, breakdown, and service maintenance administrative systems.
• Manage documentation related to equipment lifespan, critical spares, utilization, and job cards.

Key Requirements

• Minimum years of experience as a qualified artisan in manufacturing/production.
• Minimum trade test certificate as a millwright / electrical, preferably with a mechanical background.
• Grade 12 / NQF level 4 or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

SUMMARY :

A plastics manufacturing company based on the East Rand is looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join team!

POSITION INFO : Requirements :

• 3–5 years’ experience in plastics manufacturing (injection / blow moulding or film blowing)
• Strong mechanical and fault-finding skills; electrical / hydraulic experience a plus
• Ability to work independently without support staff
• Proficient in MS Office; excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Key Responsibilities :

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What We Offer

• Joining Maersk, you will become part of the global family of the company that moves 20% of global trade every day all the way, where one of our core values is Our Employees.
• It goes without saying that we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to : gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability or religious beliefs.
• We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
• When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace, you’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things.
• We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values, to us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together.

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform daily checks and regular inspections of critical equipment, including refrigeration units, electrical systems, mobile racking, other racking systems, and general facility infrastructure to identify potential issues and ensure systems are functioning at optimal levels.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and cooling tunnels.
• Conduct temperature probe calibrations to ensure accuracy and compliance with operational standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical faults on facility equipment, including conveyor systems, forklifts, and cooling systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, and general facility infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, including HACCP, ISO9001, and food safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report any major faults to the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist in emergency breakdown repairs to minimize downtime in operations.
• Work closely with the Operations team to ensure that maintenance activities do not disrupt critical workflows.
• Support the Maintenance Manager in planning and executing major equipment overhauls and facility upgrades.
• Monitor and manage stock levels of maintenance supplies and spare parts.
• Adhere to all health and safety policies and participate in safety training programs.

Qualifications and Experience :

Education :

• Diploma or trade certifications CO2 refrigeration systems.

Experience :

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a refrigeration technician role, ideally in a cold storage, food production, or warehouse environment.
• Proven experience in large-scale mechanical and electrical systems, including refrigeration and HVAC.
• In-depth knowledge of facility maintenance, repair, and diagnostic techniques.

Technical Skills :

• Strong knowledge of refrigeration systems and components.
• Experience with electrical systems, including troubleshooting and wiring.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), PLCs, and mechanical equipment.
• Welding and fabrication experience is an advantage.

Beneficial Qualifications :

• Refrigeration Technician Certification relating to CO2 plants
• Experience with Danfoss refrigeration controls.

Electrical Systems

• Safety Certifications (e.g., OHSAS, First Aid / CPR)
• SANS 10147

Other Requirements :

• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergency breakdowns.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and after-hours call-outs when required.
• Valid driver’s license (preferred).

Working Conditions :

• The role requires working in a cold storage environment and often at heights up to 10m.
• Work in high-risk areas with moving machinery and electrical components.
• Physical demands, including lifting, bending, and working at heights.
• Some flexibility in working hours may be needed to accommodate emergency repairs or project deadlines.

Your Purpose.

• Managing the preventative maintenance and state of repair to equipment and facilities
• Managing action plans/projects to the required standard.
• Managing maintenance plans & suppliers within budget.
• Managing the maintenance team to achieve desired results

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

A: Managing the preventative maintenance and state of repair to equipment and facilities

A1 Maintain and repair plant

• Follow preventative schedule for HVAC
• Communicate faults and action plans to CGM/Ops and Regional MM
• Use maintenance log in system on intranet for faults
• Adhere to downtime as stipulated on intranet
• Be hands-on and repair faults where possible

A2 Maintain and repair premises

• Liaise with landlord/contractors on issues/repairs
• Be hands-on and repair and maintain where possible according to brand standards.

A3 Maintain and repair gym equipment

• Complete and fax/email downtime reports to relevant contractors.
• Ensure completion of preventative maintenance as per contractor stipulations
• Maintain a history of equipment maintenance and preventative schedules
• Be hands-on, repair and maintain equipment according to brand standards

A4 Inspect club to establish daily maintenance tasks

• Do visual inspection via walkabout.
• Check job book, MOD checklists and fitness checklists.
• Check pool and enter results on pool log.
• Action tasks as per brand standards RAP sheet.
• Follow up all maintenance related issues on the Hey Manager cards.
• Schedule tasks from preventative maintenance schedule.
• Liaise with CGM/Ops Manager on effects to operations in club.

A5 Ensure pool maintenance completed.

• Ensure pool checked and pool key readings recorded according to operating standards.
• Ensure inspection of weirs conducted.
• Ensure pool dosed according to readings.
• Ensure backwashing falls within pressure parameters.
• Ensure pool internal and external maintained and repaired to brand standards.
• Ensure temperatures displayed.
• Liaise with Ops/CGM and RMM as required.
• Ensure dosing systems do not run dry

A6 Manage health & safety requirements in the club

• Manage your department to work within the health & safety requirements.
• Familiarise yourself with the OSH Act.

Managing Action Plans/Projects To The Required Standard

B1 Assist in ensuring that brand standards are maintained

• Conduct regular brand standard checks.
• Assist in developing RAP.
• Assist GM/Ops to manage the RAP to conclusion.

B2 Manage projects to conclusion

• Ensure compliance to job specs.
• Ensure work areas left in condition found.
• Manage contractor to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Liaise with relevant parties.
• Sign off contractors job card on completion if satisfactory and quality checked.
• Follow up on snag lists.
• Refer snags/issues to Regional Maintenance Manager.

Managing maintenance plans & suppliers within budget

C1 Ensure maintenance of Club is within budget.

• Liaise with CGM on budget constraints/availability.
• Ensure all repairs/costs/quotes are within budget.

C2 Control and maintain stock levels

• Ensure sufficient stock is available at all times.
• Follow e-procurement system with assistance from CGM/Ops using preferred suppliers and authorization systems.
• Check quality and delivery of orders.
• Ensure stock control systems are in place.

Managing the maintenance team to achieve desired results

D1 Manage team to achieve scheduled tasks

• Prioritize and set timelines for team tasks.
• Adhere to quality control standards.
• Follow up and check completed tasks.
• Establish understanding of tasks and correct tool application.
• Distribute tasks equitably among team members including tasks to yourself.

D2 Manage staffing compliment

• Ensure staff are adequately trained to deliver on operational needs.
• Ensure communication on all company initiatives/launches.
• Manage shift rosters/leave cycles.
• Induct staff on operational needs.
• Have a succession plan.

E Miscellaneous

• Be available for call outs/telephonic assistance.
• Assist and comply with any lawful and reasonable requests from manager.

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg | Deadline: August 08, 2025

Job Description

Your Purpose.

• Managing the preventative maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
• Managing action plans and projects to the required standard.
• Managing maintenance plans and suppliers within budget.
• Leading the maintenance team to achieve desired results.

Your Duties and Responsibilities.

• Maintain and repair plant, following preventative schedules for HVAC.
• Communicate faults and action plans to CGM/Ops and Regional Maintenance Manager.
• Use maintenance logs on the intranet to record faults.
• Adhere to downtime protocols as stipulated.
• Be hands-on in repairing faults where possible.

• Liaise with landlords and contractors on issues and repairs.
• Perform repairs and maintenance according to brand standards.

• Complete and send downtime reports to contractors.
• Ensure preventative maintenance is completed as per contractor stipulations.
• Maintain a history of equipment maintenance and schedules.
• Perform repairs and maintenance according to brand standards.

• Conduct visual inspections, check job books, MOD checklists, and fitness checklists.
• Monitor pool conditions and log results.
• Follow up on maintenance issues using Hey Manager cards.
• Schedule and follow up on preventative maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with CGM/Ops regarding operational impacts.

• Ensure pool checks, key readings, and weir inspections are completed.
• Maintain proper dosing and backwashing parameters.
• Ensure internal and external pool maintenance meets standards.
• Monitor temperatures and ensure dosing systems operate correctly.

• Manage department safety protocols in compliance with OSH Act.

• Conduct brand standard checks and develop RAP.
• Manage projects to completion, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Coordinate with contractors and manage snag lists.

• Maintain maintenance within budget, liaising with CGM.
• Manage stock levels and follow procurement procedures.

• Prioritize tasks and ensure quality standards.
• Manage staffing, training, and shift schedules.
• Implement a succession plan.

• Be available for call-outs and technical assistance.
• Assist with lawful requests from management.