Maintenance Assistants at South African Medical Research Council

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANTS

The SAMRC Facilities Management Division requires a skilled experience Maintenance Assistant who will be responsible for the maintenance of the building and grounds at the SAMRC Cape Town and Pretoria Offices

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 on a daily basis.
• 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.
• Adhere to health, safety and environment regulations and organizational policies and procedures

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)
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Must be able to work unsupervised/without direct supervision.
• High level of interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment.

Added advantage:

• Previous experience working and maintain huge grounds and buildings