Facilities Assistant
Posted on 2025-04-11
| Employer | Merand Corbett & Associates |
|---|---|
| Salary | 0 |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Western Cape / Somerset West |
Job Summary
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 2025-04-11 at 01:00:37 in the Engineering category
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