Maintenance Assistant at The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)

Responsibilities:

• The Maintenance Assistant will work closely with the Facilities Handymen to maintain the buildings and grounds.
• The Maintenance Assistant will be responsible for prioritizing and organizing own work to maintain internal and external building infrastructure daily.
• Assist with asset transfers and any other facilities management services as requested by the Facilities Handyman or Supervisor.
• The Maintenance Assistant will perform relieving duties for the Driver and Postal/ Storeman in their absence.
• Adherent to health, safety and environment regulations and organizational policies and procedures

Requirements

Core Requirements:

• Matric or Equivalent
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience
• Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry and air conditioning experience
• Valid Driver’s License (Code 8 or 10)

Added advantage:

• Previous experience working and maintaining huge grounds and buildings 

Closing Date:

• 05 June 2026