Job Description

Gordon's Bay
31 Jan 2026
Full time
Essential Health Pharmacy Group is recruiting for an experienced, energetic, mature and reliable handyman / maintenance worker to join our maintenance team. This role requires a versatile skill set, attention to detail, and the ability to tackle a variety of maintenance issues efficiently.


Due to the ongoing expansion of the business, we are always seeking for new talent to join our exciting team.

Responsibilities:

Perform routine maintenance functions on and around sites

Paint and filling holes/cracks (on walls, sidewalks etc.) Display the knowledge and/or ability to be an expert in the field of being a painter

Carry out minor/basic repairs and service on all plumbing related equipment

Perform general shopfitting duties including repair of equipment, locks, handles and tiles

Assist Artisans with major repairs and services

Undertake duties as assigned by management

Identify and report repair needs to management

Take responsibility for the upkeep of the gardens/parking areas around the properties

Maintain general neatness of parking area

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in a wide range of handyman tasks (Painting, Tiling, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry etc.)

Basic knowledge/training on a variety of hand tools, electrical and mechanical equipment

Non-endorsed driver's license

Good communication skills

Should be able to handle heights

Good health and energetic Be able to work within a team

Must be prepared to work weekends and/or public holidays

Advantageous

Matric / NQF 4 Qualification / Trade Certificate Experience in managing a small team

Health and Safety Qualification


If you are a skilled handyman with a strong technical background and are ready to take on a new and exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you.


Please apply below or e-mail your CV to vacancies@essentialhealth.co.za with the job title in the subject line. We regret that not all applicants will be interviewed. Should you not hear from us within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful. We are committed to the principles of Employment Equity.