Assistant Maintenance Manager

• Country Hotel & Estate in the Rustenburg area is looking for an Assistant Maintenance Manager .

• The candidate will support the Maintenance Manager in ensuring the smooth, safe and efficient operation, maintenance and upkeep of the entire property.

• This is a large hospitality and wildlife property with accommodation, guest facilities, recreational areas, offices, staff facilities, infrastructure, landscaping and various operational areas . The successful candidate must therefore be a practical, hands-on all-rounder who is comfortable working across a wide range of maintenance requirements.

• The ideal candidate will have experience working with and leading a maintenance team , be resourceful and solution-oriented , and must not be afraid to get their hands dirty.

• This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can identify problems , find practical solutions and assist the team in getting work completed to a high standard.

• Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, the successful candidate must be flexible and willing to be on call when required, particularly when maintenance emergencies or guest-related issues arise.

Duties

Maintenance & Repairs

• Assist the Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day management of all maintenance activities across the Estate.

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance.

• Attend to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, tiling, building, mechanical and general maintenance requirements where competent to do so.

• Identify faults and maintenance requirements before they become major problems.

• Assist with repairs to guest rooms, chalets, offices, public areas, staff facilities and operational buildings.

• Maintain and repair doors, locks, windows, fixtures, fittings and furniture.

• Assist with water systems, pumps, geysers, tanks and related infrastructure.

• Assist with maintenance of swimming pools, water features and recreational facilities where required.

• Attend to urgent breakdowns and maintenance emergencies.

• Ensure maintenance work is completed properly, safely and within reasonable timeframes.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Assist in supervising and coordinating the Maintenance Department.

• Allocate daily tasks to maintenance staff and ensure work is completed.

• Lead by example and be willing to work alongside the maintenance team.

• Monitor the quality and progress of maintenance work.

• Assist with managing staff attendance, punctuality and productivity.

• Provide guidance and practical assistance to team members.

• Encourage a positive, cooperative and accountable working environment.

• Report performance, disciplinary or operational concerns to the Maintenance Manager.

Preventative Maintenance

• Assist with implementing and maintaining a preventative maintenance programme.

• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, equipment, facilities and infrastructure.

• Identify potential maintenance issues and recommend corrective action.

• Ensure maintenance schedules are followed.

• Keep records of completed maintenance and outstanding work.

• Assist in maintaining an up-to-date maintenance job card/work order system.

Estate & Property Maintenance

• Due to the size and nature of the Estate, the successful candidate must be comfortable working throughout the property and assisting with a wide variety of maintenance requirements.

This may include

• Hotel and guest accommodation

• Self-catering chalets

• Staff accommodation and facilities

• Offices

• Restaurants and kitchen areas

• Conference and event facilities

• Swimming pools and recreational areas

• Roads, walkways and public areas

• Water and irrigation infrastructure

• Electrical infrastructure

• Pumps and machinery

• Fencing, gates and access points

• General buildings and structures

• Camp and activity areas

• Estate infrastructure and facilities

Stock, Tools & Equipment

• Assist with controlling maintenance tools, equipment and consumables.

• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and stored correctly.

• Monitor maintenance stock levels.

• Inform the Maintenance Manager when materials or spare parts are required.

• Assist with preventing unnecessary wastage, damage or loss of tools and materials.

• Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and responsibly.

Contractors & Suppliers

• Assist the Maintenance Manager in supervising contractors working on the property.

• Ensure contractors follow Estate rules and safety requirements.

• Monitor the quality of contractor work.

• Assist with obtaining quotations and sourcing materials where required.

• Build and maintain good working relationships with reliable suppliers and service providers.

Guest & Hospitality Support

• Respond promptly to maintenance issues affecting guests.

• Assist with urgent guest-room maintenance requirements.

• Ensure maintenance issues are handled professionally and with minimal disruption to guests.

• Understand that maintenance directly affects the guest experience and reputation of the Estate.

• Communicate professionally with management, staff, guests and contractors.

Emergency & After-Hours Duties

• Hospitality operations continue outside normal office hours. The successful candidate must therefore be prepared to:

• Participate in an after-hours/on-call maintenance arrangement.

• Respond to genuine maintenance emergencies when required.

• Assist with urgent breakdowns affecting guests, staff or operations.

• Be available during weekends, public holidays or outside normal working hours when operationally required, subject to the applicable employment conditions and company arrangements.

• Remain calm and solution-focused during emergencies.

Requirements

• A trade qualification or formal technical qualification

• Previous experience in a maintenance position.

• Experience working with and/or supervising a maintenance team.

• Good practical knowledge of general property maintenance.

• Ability to perform hands-on maintenance work.

• Experience in a hospitality, hotel, lodge, resort, estate, commercial property or similar environment would be highly advantageous.

• Ability to troubleshoot and identify maintenance problems.

• Valid driver's licence.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work independently without constant supervision.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Willingness to live on the property.

• Willingness to be on call when required.

Closing Date: 31 Oct 2026