Handyman

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established estate in Stellenbosch, Cape Town, is seeking a skilled Handyman to join their team. The successful candidate will perform general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting work, while ensuring all repairs and projects are completed to a high standard. Applicants should have 3–5 years’ experience as a handyman or maintenance worker, a valid Code 8 or higher South African driver’s license, and the ability to operate hand and power tools. Previous experience in an agricultural or estate environment will be an advantage.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Maintenance / Agricultural
BASIC SALARY : Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience (minimum 3–5 years) as a handyman, maintenance worker, or general builder.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting work.
• Valid South African driver’s license (Code 8 or higher).
• Previous experience working in an agricultural or estate environment will be advantageous.
• Ability to operate common hand tools, power tools, and small maintenance equipment.

DUTIES:

Building and Structural Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on farmhouses, cottages, offices, and other farm structures.
• Carry out basic carpentry, painting, plastering, and tiling work as required.
• Repair or replace doors, windows, locks, gutters, roofing sheets, and other building components.
• Inspect buildings regularly to identify maintenance needs and potential safety hazards.

Electrical and Plumbing Repairs:

• Conduct minor electrical work, such as replacing light fittings, plugs, and switches (as permitted by regulations).
• Assist with basic plumbing repairs, including taps, pipes, toilets, and drainage systems.
• Report major electrical or plumbing faults to the relevant qualified service providers or supervisor.

General Farm Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Assist in maintaining walkways, fencing, gates, and water systems across the farm.
• Support the maintenance of communal areas and farm facilities used by staff and visitors.
• Undertake minor welding, painting, and fabrication tasks when necessary.

Preventative Maintenance and Recordkeeping:

• Conduct routine inspections of farm housing and facilities and record maintenance activities.
• Report maintenance requirements, material needs, and progress to the Farm Manager or Facilities Supervisor.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned maintenance tasks in line with farm priorities.

Health, Safety, and Compliance:

• Comply with all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure that work areas are kept tidy and free of hazards.
• Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and farm-specific safety policies.

HOURS:

• Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00