Handyman

Department Of Higher Education And Training (Dhet)

Work model
On-site
Salary (as advertised)
R170 226 per year
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This document describes the role of a Handyman at the Department of Higher Education And Training (DHET), specifically for their Temba Campus. This is a permanent position offering a salary of R170 226 per annum (Level 03). Tshwane North TVET College is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for this vacant position. The reference number for this post is TNC /TC/26-10/13. **What you will do** * Conduct regular inspections of buildings, fencing, doors, and other structural elements. * Identify and report maintenance needs promptly. * Perform general maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and minor repairs. * Ensure all facilities remain in safe and functional condition. * Unlock and open all offices, classrooms, workshops, and laboratories at designated times. * Secure all windows, doors, air conditioners, gas heaters, and gates after use. * Responsible for the safekeeping, distribution, and allocation of all campus keys. * Perform basic repairs such as fixing broken windows, doors, leaks, ceilings, and ablution facilities. * Assist with cleaning of facilities when necessary. * Perform gardening, landscaping, and sweeping tasks to maintain the campus's appearance. * Review and analyse the Security Occurrence Book daily. * Identify and report any risks or threats to management without delay. * Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports on campus conditions for management. * Provide timely feedback on all maintenance and security matters. * Carry out any additional duties as delegated by the Supervisor. * Maintain flexibility in performing a wide range of tasks as required. * Ensure all responsibilities are executed efficiently and within set timelines. * Be willing to undergo continuous training and development. * Attend and run meetings. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Basic knowledge and hands-on experience in maintenance tasks such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and air conditioning. * Ability to perform routine repair and upkeep tasks independently. * Experience in managing and securing access through effective key control. * Ability to supervise and coordinate with on-site security personnel. * 24/7 On-Site Presence: Must be consistently available and present on the college premises. * Capable of identifying, assessing, and responding to on-site risks and threats. * Knowledge of conducting regular inspections of campus facilities to ensure safety and functionality. * Willingness to work extra hours, including weekends and during special college events, when required. * Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with staff and students. * Strong troubleshooting abilities with a focus on offering practical, timely solutions. * Experience in gardening, landscaping, or cleaning is an advantage. * Ability to remain calm and effective in urgent or high-stress situations. * Valid Driver’s License: A current and valid driver’s license is mandatory. **Who should apply** Suitably qualified, innovative, result-orientated and self–driven candidates are invited to apply. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to perform routine repair and upkeep tasks independently, demonstrate strong troubleshooting abilities with a focus on practical, timely solutions, and remain calm and effective in urgent or high-stress situations. Applicants must be willing to work extra hours, including weekends and during special college events, when required, and be willing to undergo continuous training and development. Flexibility in performing a wide range of tasks is also essential. People with disability are encouraged to apply. The college has EE Targets for African male, African female, Coloured male, Coloured female, White male, Indian male and White female. **Deadline** 16 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-dhet-vacancies-from-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-tnc-tc-26-10-13 Source: govpage

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Job description

HANDYMAN REF NO: TNC /TC/26-10/13 Nature of Appointment: Permanent SALARY : R170 226 per annum (Level 03) CENTRE : Temba Campus REQUIREMENTS : Basic knowledge and hands-on experience in maintenance tasks such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and air conditioning. Ability to perform routine repair and upkeep tasks independently. Experience in managing and securing access through effective key control. Ability to supervise and coordinate with on-site security personnel. 24/7 On-Site Presence: Must be consistently available and present on the college premises. Capable of identifying, assessing, and responding to on-site risks and threats. Knowledge of conducting regular inspections of campus facilities to ensure safety and functionality. Willingness to work extra hours, including weekends and during special college events, when required. Good verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with staff and students. Strong troubleshooting abilities with a focus on offering practical, timely solutions. Experience in gardening, landscaping, or cleaning is an advantage. Ability to remain calm and effective in urgent or high-stress situations. Valid Driver’s License: A current and valid driver’s license is mandatory. DUTIES : Conduct regular inspections of buildings, fencing, doors, and other structural elements. Identify and report maintenance needs promptly. Perform general maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and minor repairs. Ensure all facilities remain in safe and functional condition. Unlock and open all offices, classrooms, workshops, and laboratories at designated times. Secure all windows, doors, air conditioners, gas heaters, and gates after use. Responsible for the safekeeping, distribution, and allocation of all campus keys. Perform basic repairs such as fixing broken windows, doors, leaks, ceilings, and ablution facilities. Assist with cleaning of facilities when necessary. Perform gardening, landscaping, and sweeping tasks to maintain the campus's appearance. Review and analyses the Security Occurrence Book daily. Identify and report any risks or threats to management without delay. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports on campus conditions for management. Provide timely feedback on all maintenance and security matters. Carry out any additional duties as delegated by the Supervisor. Maintain flexibility in performing a wide range of tasks as required. Ensure all responsibilities are executed efficiently and within set timelines. Be willing to undergo continuous training and development. Attend and run meetings ENQUIRIES : Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact Ms RN Selepe Tel No: (012) 401 1955 / Ms JM Nyalunga Tel No: (012) 401 1940. APPLICATIONS : Email to handymantc@tnc.edu.za NOTE : Tshwane North TVET College would like to invite suitably qualified, innovative, result-orientated and self–driven candidates to apply for their vacant positions. Applications must be submitted on the New Z83 which must be fully completed, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications including academic records, driver’s license, and identity document. Please take note that communication in relation to the process will be limited to the short-listed candidates. If you have not received any correspondence within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process: criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, and qualifications. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The College/DHET reserves the right not to make appointments. People with disability are encouraged to apply. All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. Note: EE Target African male, African female, Coloured male, Coloured female, White male, Indian male and White female. CLOSING DATE : 16 November 2026

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