Responsibilities:

Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance repairs on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting
• Performing preventative maintenance duties in the facility
• Ensure all equipment and systems are functioning correctly and efficiently
• Monitor, co-ordinate and inspect work done by external contractors
• Assist the Facilities Manager in sourcing external contractors
• Testing and maintaining the facility’s security and safety systems
• Reporting to the Facilities Manager regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Assist the Facilities Manager with ensuring the facility complies with health and safety regulations, including conducting regular risk assessments
• Assist the Facilities Manager with the implementation of safety protocols and emergency procedures

Facility Management:

• Assist in managing building infrastructure and services, ensuring the workplace meets the needs of employees

Support Services:

• Set up workspaces for new hires, including desks and other necessary equipment

General Upkeep:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of common areas, restrooms, and outdoor spaces
• Assist with office moves and setting up conference rooms for meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

 
Required Qualifications:

• Higher Certificate in Plumbing and/or Electrical certification

 Required Experience:

• Previous experience in a facilities management role
• Maintenance experience in Facilities/Estates/Corporate Buildings or grounds
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and compliance
• Experience in gardening/grounds maintenance
• Experience working on domestic electrical installations, basic plumbing, painting, tiling and general building repairs.
• Proven experience as a maintenance worker
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools

 Recommendations:

• Completed Occupational Health and Safety Course
• First Aid certificate
• Fire Awareness Certificate
• Own Reliable vehicle/bike
• Live within 30 minutes of office

 
Special requirement(s):

• Will be required to work on weekends and after hours, depending on operational needs.
• Carpentry courses and/or experience
• Painting experience
• Driver’s Licence

***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***
Facilities Assistant position available in Western Cape, Somerset West. This job position was posted by Merand Corbett & Associates. The job has been posted as a char8000 ad on 2025-02-08 at 01:00:38 in the Engineering category