Apply now for the Handyman – General Building Maintenance job at Bidvest Facilities Management in Cape Town. Ensure quality repairs and maintenance. Don’t miss out!

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Company: Bidvest Facilities Management
Industry: Facilities Services
Job Type: Permanent

Bidvest Facilities Management is seeking a reliable and skilled Handyman – General Building Maintenance to join our Cape Town team. This role is perfect for someone with strong technical skills, problem-solving ability, and a hands-on approach to building repairs and maintenance.

Handyman Role Purpose

To carry out timeous, professional, and quality maintenance – planned, preventive, and emergency – on all allocated equipment, ensuring compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

As a Handyman – General Building Maintenance, your duties will include:

• Executing maintenance tasks in line with job cards and client requirements.
• Inspecting, evaluating, and repairing equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Performing minor electrical repairs and services on equipment and appliances.
• Handling office-related tasks such as furniture installations, shopfitting, repairing doors, locks, handles, windows, replacing ceiling/carpet tiles, and paintwork.
• Conducting basic plumbing maintenance in line with SLAs.
• Completing tier 1 inspections and repairs on air-conditioning systems.
• Inspecting and reporting on fire and access equipment (extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, detectors, and access control).
• Assisting artisans with major repairs and servicing when required.
• Providing continuous feedback to supervisors on the progress of repair and restoration tasks.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Handyman – General Building Maintenance role, you must have:

• Matric (Senior Certificate).
• N3 Technical qualification (Electrical/Mechanical).
• A valid South African Driver’s Licence.
• At least 3 years’ experience in general handyman maintenance tasks.
• Knowledge and basic training in using hand tools, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
• Sound understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.

Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong customer focus and service orientation.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Planning, scheduling, and organizational abilities.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Good relationship-building skills.
• Innovative thinking and proactive approach.
• Effective reasoning and communication.

Why Join Bidvest Facilities Management?

At Bidvest FM, we believe in quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Joining our team means working with one of South Africa’s leading facilities management companies, where your skills will contribute to keeping operations running smoothly across various client sites.

How to Apply for Handyman role

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to grow your career as a Handyman – General Building Maintenance, submit your updated CV and supporting documents online through the Bidvest Facilities Management careers portal.

Apply now to avoid missing this exciting opportunity!

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