Maintenance Assistant
- Location
- Hazyview, Mpumalanga
- Contract
- Permanent
- Salary (as advertised)
- Market related
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Maintenance Assistant at a luxury safari lodge located in Sabi Sands, Mpumalanga, with recruitment handled by Kendrick Recruitment. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the general maintenance and upkeep of the lodge, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, and guest areas are maintained to a high standard. **What you will do** * Assist with general maintenance and repairs throughout the lodge. * Conduct routine inspections of facilities and equipment. * Assist with basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry tasks. * Maintain guest rooms, staff areas and public spaces. * Identify maintenance issues and report them to the relevant supervisor. * Ensure tools and equipment are stored safely and maintained properly. * Assist with preventative maintenance to minimise breakdowns. * Follow health and safety procedures at all times. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Previous maintenance experience, preferably within a lodge, hotel or hospitality environment. * Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical work and general repairs. * Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * A practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Good communication skills and a strong work ethic. * Flexibility to work in a remote lodge environment. **Who should apply** This position is ideal for a reliable and hands-on individual with prior maintenance experience, ideally in a lodge, hotel, or hospitality setting. Candidates should possess basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, and general repairs, alongside strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. A practical, proactive approach, a willingness to learn, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, good communication skills, a strong work ethic, and flexibility to work in a remote lodge environment are essential. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/it-computer/other-it-computer/hazyview/maintenance-assistant-id-7608440 Source: jobmail
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