Handyman (Internal vacancy)

Job Title

Handyman (Internal vacancy)

Faculty

Support / Admin Department

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Infrastructure Development and Facilities Management

Campus/ Location

District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

18/10/2026

Job Purpose

To undertake minor building maintenance, inspections and repairs at District Six Campus and otherdesignated CPUT buildings in accordance with job cards, instructions and applicable safetyrequirements. Work requiring statutory registrationor trade authorisation must be referred to appropriately authorised personnel.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent NQF qualification.
• At least five (5) years’ relevant building maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s licence (compulsory)

ADVANTAGEOUS: Experience in a construction or institutional maintenance environment; basic job-cardsystemexperience.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Carry out minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting and general building repairs withincompetence and authorisation
• Refer regulated electrical and other specialist work to authorised personnel.
• Inspect allocated buildings, identify defects and report safety and maintenance risks.
• Receive, prioritise, update and close job cards on the approved maintenance system, subject toverification by the foreman.
• Plan assigned daily work and communicate progress, delays and material requirements.
• Assist building users and direct contractors to authorised work locations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, housekeeping and safe working practices; report incidents andhazards.
• Support the maintenance team and perform related duties as may be assigned by the Foreman orMaintenance Manager.
• Practical fault identification and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of building fabric and minor maintenance methods.
• Safe use and care of hand and power tools.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and record work accurately.
• Good Communication & customer service skills
• Teamwork.
• Ability to work independently within delegated authority
• Ability to perform as part of a team
• Safety awareness and ability to recognise work requiring a qualified specialist.

General Information

Closing Date: 18 October 2026

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.

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We are also the largest university in the province.

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