Hotel Maintenance Manager

Because excellence depends on what happens behind the scenes.

At The President Hotel , every guest experience relies on the quiet precision and reliability of our engineering and maintenance operations. From the first light switch to the last elevator ride, every detail reflects our commitment to excellence, safety, and luxury service.

We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Maintenance Manager to support the Chief Engineer in overseeing all hotel maintenance operations. This newly created role forms an essential part of our journey to luxury , ensuring that every aspect of the hotel’s infrastructure reflects world-class standards of efficiency, safety, and guest satisfaction.

This position is both hands-on and supervisory, leading the property’s maintenance team while ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural systems operate at peak performance.

Experience & Requirements

• National Diploma or Trade Certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or Building Services (Red Seal preferred)
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in facilities, engineering, or building maintenance
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or senior technician role
• Hotel, hospital, or corporate building experience essential
• Proven technical knowledge across multiple trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and carpentry)
• Proficiency in CMMS systems such as OMNI, INFOR, or HotSOS
• Strong leadership, task delegation, and people management skills
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and fault-diagnosis abilities
• Clear communication skills with fluency in English (additional languages advantageous)
• OHS / Health & Safety certification is an advantage
• Must hold a valid South African ID

Key Competencies :

Technical expertise, operational discipline, leadership, guest-centric professionalism, safety and compliance focus.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

Operational Oversight

Preventive Maintenance

Energy & Utility Management

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

Projects & Asset Management

Team Development & Conduct

Communication & Coordination

About The President 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 Hotel continues its transformation into one of Cape Town’s leading luxury destinations.

Here, excellence isn’t just maintained it’s engineered. Join a team where precision, leadership, and reliability define success, and play a pivotal role in upholding the operational heart of one of the city’s most iconic hotels.

Applications

Closing date : 30 October 2025

Please submit your CV online.

Applicants must hold a valid South African ID. Only candidates with relevant hotel, hospital, or corporate facilities experience will be shortlisted.

All applications will be carefully reviewed. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please know that while we cannot respond to every applicant, we sincerely appreciate your interest in joining our team.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements of our Employment Equity Plan.