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Handyman, Trades / Skilled Labor, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Jobs in Port Elizabeth, South Africa at Vega School
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Varsity Collegeis an educational brand of The Independent Institute ofEducation(The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private highereducationin South Africa and is registered with the Department of HigherEducationand Training (DHET) to provide highereducationqualifications accredited by the Council on HigherEducation(CHE).
The IIE’s Varsity College Nelson Mandela Bay campus has a vacancy for a reliable Handyman to undertake upkeep and repair tasks at the interior or exterior of company premises. We will rely on you to keep our facilities in perfect condition by doing various odd jobs.
Skillful hands, competency with hand tools and technical knowledge are important parts of a handyman’s arsenal. You must be well-organized with strong general repair skills. A keen eye for detail and physical stamina are valued greatly in this job.
Duties
And Responsibilities
Perform maintenance and light repairs.
Set up venues as per instruction from Facilities Co-ordinator when needed.
Paint and/or repair gaps or crevices (on walls, sidewalks etc.)
Undertake light installation or carpeting.
Look after and take accountability oftools and equipmentin storerooms.
Repair equipment or appliances where possible.
Undertake minor plumbing or electrical work.
Assist contractors while on site with major electrical, plumbing work.
Undertake duties as assigned or emergency tasks where needed or instructed by Facilities Co-ordinator.
Identify and report the need for any repairs to line manager.
Oversee subcontracted services on the campus under the direction of the Facilities Coordinator.
Perform regular inspections on the campus to identify items and areas requiring attention.
Responsible on occasion for the opening and closing of the campus.
Responsible for sourcing quotes for campus, under direction of the Facilities Coordinator.
Will be based at the Nelson Mandela Bay campus.
Any ad hoc duties as directed by the Facilities Co-ordinator.
Competencies Required
Well-presented and goodcommunication skills.
Well-organized.
Must haveproblem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A Matric certificate or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification, OR Completion of an N2 Technical Certificate, with a willingness to complete an N3 Technical Certificate or Matric qualification.
Basic computer skills.
Basic math skills.
Minimum Experience Requirements
Proven experience as handyman.
Experience with hardware tools and electrical equipment.
Basic understanding of electrical and plumbing.
Preference will be given to candidates that meet the below requirements:
Basic Electrical and Plumbing certification.
Code EB drivers license.
Basic Firefighting certification.
Introduction of OHS (specific to Good House Keeping) certification.
Basic Microsoft Word & Excel skills.
Working Conditions
Own reliable transport.
Clear criminal record.
Minimum code B drivers license (Code EB preferred).
Working Hours
Monday to Friday : 08:00
-17:00.
Salary
Competitive salarycommensurate with experience.
Application Response
Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.
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Title: Handyman, Trades / Skilled Labor, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Company: Vega School
Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Maintenance/Cleaning
