Facilities Maintenance Technician – Foreshore CPT
Our client based in Foreshore, Cape Town is seeking an expereinced Facilities Maintenance Manager
This individual will be responsible for the maintenance of the building. Completing preventive maintenance, installing new equipment, and assisting with routine building maintenance. Completing work order records and file all related maintenance paperwork. Assist area staff as required, respond to the maintenance needs of different departments, and keeps management well informed.
Building Maintenance
- Assumes responsibility for effectively completing assigned maintenance duties.
- Continuously checks and inspects buildings to identify maintenance needs.
- Responds promptly and efficiently to tenant maintenance requirements.
- Responds promptly and efficiently to duties as allocated.
- Checks all main outer and inner doors (broken glass, open and close properly etc).
- Checks exterior of buildings and identify problem areas.
- Checks and replaces lights inside ladies and gents’ toilets, foyers, passages, stairways, parking areas and student accommodation.
- Also checks external security lights.
- Checks all fittings in toilets (taps, basis, urinals etc).
- Checks all equipment such as air-conditioning plant, standby pumps, sump pump, water tanks, water feature equipment etc. Along with the team.
- Periodic checks and test of machinery or equipment, such as generators, water pumps & tanks, solar panels, etc.
- Performs a visual check of the electrical distribution boards to ensure no loose wiring, etc.
- Performs repairs where necessary and if these cannot be repaired, advise Helpdesk / Service Manager immediately.
- Identifies daily maintenance issues, communicates with the Helpdesk / Service Manager and schedules the work for your attendance.
- Inspects equipment, checks operating condition, and logs repair needs.
Relationship Management and Communication
- Ensures that management is appropriately informed of area activities.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective relationships with tenants.
- Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with area staff and with management.
Occupational Health and Safety
- Checks all fire equipment.
- Follows all safety rules and procedures and operates equipment in accordance with established safety policies and department procedures.
- Ensures compliance with legal regulations.
- Completes regular OSH inspections and updates monthly reports as appropriate. Ensures that OSHA requirements are effectively implemented.
- Ensures that you are familiar with how the emergency equipment functions and what the emergency procedures are.
Business
- Able to work well independently.
- Attention to detail.
- Solid hand/eye coordination.
- Very strong communication skills.
- Dynamic and enthusiastic.
- Innovative thinking and ability to follow process.
- The ability to interact professionally.
Human Capital
- Transparency.
- Reliability.
- Positive Attitude and highly motivated.
- Lead by example.
- Assertive and effective communication.
- Sensitive to client and staff requirements and problems.
- Ability to create a professional office environment.
- Organization and planning skills.
- Demonstrate strong moral values, empathy, passion, career aspirations, and positive living.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric) – with additional training in maintenance infrastructure management.
Experience and Required Knowledge
- Must reside in close proximity to Foreshore
- Minimum of 3 (three) years of related maintenance experience.
- Basic knowledge of maintenance functions and safety protocol.
- Able to read and follow blueprints.
- Experience in plumbing and electrical related maintenance.
- Knowledge of Computer Systems
Salary: D.O.E
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Email your CV & supporting documents ot sheena@proapoint.co.za

