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About the role:

• The handyman is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and installation tasks to ensure that buildings, facilities, and equipment remain in good working condition. The role requires practical skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.

What you will bring:

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in building maintenance or handyman services. Proven ability to handle a wide range of repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general upkeep
• Grade 12 and or any basic handymen certificates

Skills required:

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely
• Good time management and ability to work independently
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work
• Knowledge required: Painting products and techniques. Plumbing. Carpentry, Tiling, Waterproofing, General safety standards
   

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About the role 

• The role is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of site-based cleaning operations, ensuring contractual compliance, disciplined manpower management, proactive risk mitigation, and high-quality client service delivery in line with Excellerate Services Group standards, client SLAs, and all relevant statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising security officers on site and ensuring all posts are manned according to the roster and post instructions.
• Reports any shortages, late arrivals, or deployment issues immediately to the Key Accounts Manager.
• Responsible for monitoring attendance, timekeeping, and conduct of security officers on site in line with the Company Code of Conduct.
• Escalates disciplinary issues and supports investigations as instructed by management.
• Responsible for coordinating the immediate site response to incidents and ensuring incidents are logged accurately in the occurrence book.
• Escalates incidents and submits reports to management within required timeframes.
• Responsible for ensuring that any workplace injury, accident, or health and safety incident is reported immediately to management in line with company procedures.
• Responsible for day-to-day communication with the client regarding site issues and operational matters.
• Refers complaints, service concerns, and requests for changes to management for action.
• Responsible for checking access control registers daily to ensure entries are completed correctly and legibly.
• Reports irregularities and submits exception information to management.
• Responsible for checking that issued equipment and uniforms are worn correctly and are serviceable on site.
• Reports equipment shortages, defects, or losses to management for corrective action
• Responsible for conducting after-hours site visits, standby duties, and responding to urgent operational calls when required.
• Attends meetings or provides telephonic support on rest days for urgent site matters only, as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12) – essential
• PSIRA registration (minimum Grade C; Grade B advantageous depending on site.

Experience:

• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in the security industry, including at least 1–2 years in a site supervisory or acting site manager role.

Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of security operations, post instructions, and access control procedures
• Working knowledge of company SOPs and client site requirements

Competencies:

• Good verbal and written communication skills (English; additional local language advantageous)
• Basic people supervision and staff coordination skills
• Ability to follow instructions and escalate matters appropriately
• Good reporting and record-keeping ability

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Job Description:

• We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated Food Services Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the daily operations of our kitchen and dining areas to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff, customers, and visitors.
• Assisting with food preparation and service
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas
• Operating dishwashers and completing general cleaning tasks
• Ensuring food is presented attractively and served safely
• Following hygiene, health, and safety regulations at all times
• Supporting the wider team to deliver excellent customer service

Qualifications:

• Must have completed at least a Matric / senior certificate.

Skills and Competencies:

• A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
• Good communication and customer service abilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to hygiene standards
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in a similar role

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About the role:

• The Data Centre Technical Specialist is responsible for providing on-site technical leadership and specialist support for a single data centre site, ensuring the safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operation of all critical engineering systems. The role ensures that all electrical, mechanical, and environmental infrastructure operates in accordance with CBRE standards, client requirements, and South African statutory regulations.
• The incumbent acts as the site-based technical authority, supporting operational teams, managing critical risk, and driving engineering excellence to achieve 100% uptime and availability with zero impact to the client’s business operations. The role is hands-on, operationally focused, and integral to maintaining compliance, resilience, and reliability of the data centre.

What you will bring:

• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience working within a Critical Environment (Data Centre, Hospital, or similar mission-critical facility).
• Minimum 5 years’ High Voltage (HV) switching experience, where applicable to site infrastructure.
• Proven experience operating at Senior Technician / Technical Specialist / Technical Manager level in a critical facility.
• Health & Safety, Risk Management, and Authorised Person training is advantageous

Skills required:

• Strong technical leadership and hands-on troubleshooting capability.
• Ability to manage and influence site-based teams and specialist contractors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Competent in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective action implementation.
• Strong planning, coordination, and prioritisation skills.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication

Knowledge required:

• Expert understanding of critical electrical systems (HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, ATS, switchgear).
• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC and cooling plant used in data centres.
• Knowledge of fire detection, suppression, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Working knowledge of applicable South African legislation and standards, including:
• Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Relevant SANS standards and Codes of Practice
• Full understanding of site Statements of Work (SoW), SLAs, and client technical standards

Behavioural Competencies:

• Calm, decisive, and methodical approach during normal and emergency conditions.
• Strong client-service orientation with high ethical standards.
• Proactive and improvement-focused mindset.
• High attention to detail and procedural discipline.
• Ability to work under pressure in a 24/7 operational environment

What you will be doing:

Critical Environment & Risk Management (CERM)

• Own and embed CERM processes at site level, conduct risk reviews and audits:
• Act as the site owner of the Critical Environment & Risk Management (CERM) framework, ensuring it is fully implemented, maintained, and embedded into daily operations.
• Identify, assess, and document all critical engineering risks associated with electrical, mechanical, HVAC, fire, and life safety systems.
• Maintain and regularly update the site risk register, ensuring mitigation actions are tracked, prioritised, and closed out.
• Ensure all critical activities are governed by approved risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permits to work.
• Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc CERM audits and compliance reviews at site level.
• Ensure lessons learned from incidents, near misses, and RCAs are formally incorporated into risk controls and procedures.
• Support the Data Centre Manager in statutory compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable SANS standards.
• Act as technical advisor during emergency situations to ensure risks are managed without compromising uptime or safety

Technical Operations:

• Implement and maintain SOPs, EOPs, and technical standards

Other:

• Standards & Compliance
• Asset, Capacity & Spares Management
• Contractor, Change & Project Interface Management
• Incident Management
• Emergency Response & RCA
• Operational Efficiency & Value Protection
• Reporting, Training & Continuous Improvement