Handyman Assistant at South African National Blood Service (SANBS)

Introduction

• To assist General Handyman in ensuring that buildings, property and surrounds are maintained in excellent condition.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAS)
KPA 1: Ensure Assistants /Duties Are Undertaken To Assist the General Handyman
KPI

• Deal with requests accordingly, as instruction by the General Handyman.
• Ensure that the necessary tools are readily available and that the necessary manpower resources are available.
• Undertake General Handyman tasks and if necessary assist the General Handyman for specific tasks.
• Prepare, dismantle, and reassemble equipment being repaired.
• Assist other departments/sections as and when needed.
• Comply with regulatory requirements of SHEQ, SOP’s and legislation.
• Travel to Zone Sites and/or Branches to perform maintenance with the General Handyman
• Perform other reasonable duties as and when required from supervisor.

KPA 2: Ensures That Tool and Ladder Registers Are Completed Monthly. Ensures That Tools And Equipment Are Cleaned And Maintained
KPI

• Sign tools and equipment out of stock.
• Maintain lifespan of tools through constant maintenance.

KPA 3: Ensures That the Highest Standard of Cleanliness Is Maintained On The Worksite. To Clean Workshop and Ensure Safety Checks. Check Fire Equipment’s.
KPI

• Clean and maintain worksite environment.
• Keeps workshop clean by sweeping and dusting machinery.

KPA 4: Undertakes Admin Duties
KPI

• To close works orders, to complete purchase requisition, to complete attendance register and good time keeping.

Cognitive

• Attention to Detail and Analytical Thinking
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Problem Solving

Personal

• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Self- Management
• Ethical behaviour
• Excellence Orientation
• Drive and Belief in the Cause

Interpersonal

• Customer Service Orientation
• Teamwork
• Communication

Prof. technical

• General maintenance skills

Minimum requirements

Education

• Grade 10.
• Ideal: Certificate in carpentry or plumbing or welding.

Experience and knowledge requirements

Relevant experience in one or more of the following:

• Painting.
• Basic Welding.
• Plumbing.
• Carpentry

Apply by: 1 June 2026