Maintenance Supervisor (Facilities) at Helderberg Personnel

• An established and well-maintained retirement village in Somerset West is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor who will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and staff to ensure productivity and adherence to company standards.
• Key duties include managing employee schedules and tasks, quality assurance checks on all work carried out by staff, stock and procurement management and acting as a liaison between employees and senior management.  
• The supervisor is also responsible for all maintenance and repairs for both the buildings and gardening equipment and irrigation systems

Key Performance Areas: 

Staff Management 

• Oversees work assigned maintenance and gardening team
• Addresses minor discipline problems, refer serious cases to Estate Manager
• Plan and prepare training of new team members

Maintenance and Gardens

• Evaluates facilities for repairs            
• Plan and prioritise work schedules with Estate Manager 
• Obtain supplies and tools
• Collaborate with team members to plan upcoming work assignments
• Assist team members with technical issues
• Inspect and sign off on work carried out
• Conduct routine inspections of the site and note any items for repair 
• Liaise with contractors on site
• Ensure work is carried out safely in line with the OHSA 
• Conduct regular inspections of the site and check all team members are doing as instructed 
• Conduct regular inspections of the workshop, Paint shop and garden shed to ensure they are kept neat and tidy
• Carry out regular inspections of the gardens, laws areas, catchpits and stormwater channels to ensure they are being well maintained
• Regular tool and inventory checks
• Available after hours for emergencies
• Carry out any repairs required to equipment (both the Maintenance and gardening equipment)
• Carry out any required repairs to irrigation systems
• Instruct and guide team members on how to carry out a required job 

Skills and Experience

• Proficient in English & Afrikaans (isiXhosa is an added benefit)
• Ability to impart knowledge and show initiative
• Work independently
• Lead by example and problem solve promptly and efficiently
• Ability to manage, lead, plan, organise and communicate effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effectively manage staff
• Ability to work well within a team
• Computer literate - MS Office basic
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance - 3 years
• Garden maintenance and irrigation experience and knowledge - 3 years
• Experience in a similar role is required

Requirements

• Grade 12 and preferably a technical diploma
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable own transport
• Live within close proximity to the estate within the Helderberg region
• Clean credit record and criminal background

Closing Date: 2026-06-30