Job Description

To perform various maintenance repairs on campus and other designated buildings as requested by the Foreman, Line Manager or by the job-card specifications
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Grade 10/ Standard 8 schooling
• At least five (5) years' relevant experience (experience in the construction sector will be an added advantage)

Recommendations:

• Matric/Grade 12 or Equivalent NQF
• A valid Driver's License

Note: Preference will be given to internal qualifying applicants
Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Completion of Minor Maintenance work in academic buildings and residence buildings such as: Plumbing Works, Carpentry Works, Electrical Works & Painting Works
• Administration Works - Check job cards on BMJLS system and sign-off jobs completed
• Scheduling of work and priority of works to be completed
• Client Assistance - Receive request from job card and foreman and complete in accordance
• Inspection of buildings - inspections of designated buildings to ascertain any faults
• Contractor liaising - Assist contractors by showing them where required work is to be executed
• Team Support - Contribute to departmental projects
• Safety: - Ensure that safety measure are observed & report health and safety issues
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Maintenance Foreman or Maintenance Manager

Competencies

• Ability to handle change
• Good communication skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Clear understanding of the makeup of a building from foundations to finishes
• Professional/Technical knowledge & skills
• Problem solving skills
• Applied Learning
• Safety Awareness
• Somebody that is driven to perform and self-motivated to improve himself and the institution
• Able to perform as part of a team or individually

General Information
Closing Date: 08 August 2025
For enquires: Jabu Makhambi email: makhambij@cput.ac.za
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.