South Africa: Maintenance Supervisor – Luxury Lodge – Welgevonden | Lb posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Maintenance Supervisor | Luxury Lodge Location: Welgevonden Salary: R10,000 per month CTC | Live-In Roster: 3 Weeks On / 7 Days Off Kendrick Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a luxury lodge in Welgevonden for an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that all lodge infrastructure, guest areas, staff facilities, vehicles, and equipment are maintained to the highest standards of safety, functionality, and presentation. This role is critical in preserving asset value, supporting exceptional guest experiences, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards in a remote safari environment. Key Responsibilities: Preventative and Corrective Maintenance Implement and manage a preventative maintenance programme across guest rooms, public areas, staff accommodation, back-of-house areas, and utilities Conduct regular inspections and address maintenance issues promptly Carry out hands-on maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, and general repairs Maintain generators, solar systems, water systems, sewage systems, and firefighting equipment Team Leadership and Supervision Supervise, train, and motivate the maintenance team Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and ensure work is completed within agreed timelines Enforce safety protocols and proper use of tools and equipment Guest Experience and Lodge Presentation Ensure guest-facing areas are maintained to luxury lodge standards Respond discreetly and promptly to guest-related maintenance issues Work closely with Housekeeping and Front-of-House teams to resolve defects Health, Safety and Compliance Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations Maintain safety equipment, signage, and emergency systems Conduct risk assessments and report hazards Ensure safe storage and handling of tools and hazardous materials Environmental and Sustainability Practices Support sustainability initiatives relating to water, power, and waste management Ensure maintenance practices align with environmental and conservation policies Skills and Competencies: Strong technical knowledge across general building maintenance disciplines Ability to troubleshoot independently in a remote location Good leadership, organisational, and planning skills High attention to detail and pride in workmanship Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies Qualifications and Experience: Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a maintenance role, preferably within a safari lodge or remote hospitality environment Proven supervisory or team leadership experience Trade qualification (electrician, plumber, carpenter, or similar) advantageous Basic knowledge of generators and water treatment systems preferred Valid driver’s licence required Package Includes: Live-in position in a remote bush environment Three weeks on, seven days off roster 5% Provident Fund (compulsory, not part of CTC) Uniform and meals provided Salary: R10,000 per month CTC Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to apply for the role.