Pool Technician

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Full time

Franschhoek, South Africa | Posted on 04/09/2026

Red Ember Recruitment is recruiting a Pool Technician for one of our Clients, who is known for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences. Its ever-expanding luxury hospitality portfolio offers dynamic career opportunities to positive, vibrant and energetic individuals.

To be successful in this role, you should be able to manage various tasks on a daily basis to ensure great service and exceed expectations. Attention to detail and the ability to work at a faster than average pace will serve the applicant well.

Main Responsibilities:

• Attend to all pool related issues especially the basic pool maintenance.
• Vacuuming the pool whenever they are dirty, ensuring all pools are sparkling clean at all times.
• Report all pool issues and leaks immediately and record all values and readings on the daily check sheets.
• All pool water must be tested daily.
• Ensure that the facilities and equipment in and around the pools are well maintained and in good working order.
• Perform and complete all duties with minimal interruption and inconvenience to guests and the service operation.
• Responds to maintenance requests in the minimum possible time.
• Reduce any accident or damage to equipment, loss of tools and supplies.
• Adhere to Health and Safety standards.

Requirements

Experience and skills:

• Minimum of 2 years' general handyman experience and in pool servicing in particular.
• Highly experienced in cleaning, filtration and maintenance of swimming pools.
• Good knowledge of pool chemicals and basic electrical repair.
• Knowledge of pool pumps, filters and pool heating pumps.
• Hotel or property maintenance experience would be advantageous.
• Able to communicate with other accurately and timely to ensure speed and quality of services.
• Must be able to work under pressure with attention to detail.
• Ability to capture data and reports.

Inherent Requirements:

• Matric Certificate.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preference will be given to candidates from Franschhoek and neighbouring areas.
• Certification or qualification in pool and spa pool care and use of chemicals beneficial.

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