Job Description

Maintenance Foreman

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Reporting to the Chief Engineer


The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered a true luxury destination.

Our purpose is simple yet powerful:

to create and inspire memorable experiences.

Our vision:

to become Cape Towns most loved hotel.

Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Towns vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, The President Hotel is renowned as the Mother Citys most loved destination hotel. With 349 stylish rooms, apartments, and suites, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class restaurants, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues, The President offers an iconic working environment where

excellence meets opportunity.

Were seeking a

Maintenance Foreman

, reporting directly to the

Chief Engineer

, to lead and coordinate the hotels maintenance team. This role is key to ensuring our property operates to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction

Qualifications & Criteria

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Trade Qualification

in Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing (Red Seal preferred). Additional

leadership, supervisory, or OHS training

advantageous. Minimum

5 years experience in building maintenance

, with at least

2 years in a supervisory role

.

Hospitality or luxury property experience

strongly preferred. Strong

technical knowledge

across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems. Proven

leadership ability

with experience in delegation, scheduling, and team motivation. Proficiency in

CMMS systems

(OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS). Excellent

communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution

skills.

Fluent in English

; additional languages an advantage. Must hold a

valid South African ID

.

Key Competencies

Technical Expertise

Skilled in multi-trade maintenance and fault finding.

Leadership & Supervision

Ability to inspire, coach, and manage a team effectively.

Operational Discipline

Strong focus on scheduling, task tracking, and compliance.

Safety & Compliance Focus

Upholding the highest OHS and hotel safety standards.

Guest-Centric Approach

Maintaining discretion and professionalism in guest areas

Duties & Responsibilities

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Team Supervision & Scheduling

: Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, conduct briefings, and ensure attendance and conduct standards.

Technical Oversight

: Guide technicians in troubleshooting electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical issues; review completed work for quality and safety.

Preventive & Reactive Maintenance

: Ensure PPM schedules are met; manage reactive maintenance tasks via OMNI with timely follow-up and closure.

Safety, Compliance & Standards

: Enforce health and safety regulations; conduct risk assessments and incident reports when required.

Inventory & Tools Management

: Oversee tools, equipment, and consumables; ensure accountability and readiness of resources.

Interdepartmental Coordination

: Act as the point of contact for other departments; coordinate access for maintenance tasks in guest and public areas.

Training & Development

: Mentor junior staff, correct unsafe practices, and identify skills gaps for training.

Administrative Duties

: Maintain handover logs, submit daily reports, and ensure compliance documentation is accurate and up to date.

Guest Area Protocol

: Ensure professional conduct, privacy, and minimal disruption during maintenance in guest spaces.

Application Notes

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Must hold a

valid South African ID

. Only candidates with

relevant trade qualifications and supervisory experience

will be shortlisted. Ensure your

CV is up to date

. All applicants will be required to attend a

virtual introduction interview

. Recruitment aligns with the companys

Employment Equity Plan

.

Join a leadership team where reliability, precision, and guest experience come first.

Play a pivotal role in maintaining one of Cape Towns most iconic hotels at the highest operational standards.