We are seeking a motivated Hotel Workshop Technician to join the hotels engineering and maintenance team. The successful candidate will perform routine maintenance, repairs, and technical work in the hotel workshop, ensuring all tools, equipment, and hotel assets are maintained to the highest operational and safety standards.
Critical Criteria (Requirements)
- Technical or trade qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Workshop Engineering advantageous
- Proven experience in workshop maintenance, repair, or fabrication
- Knowledge of workshop tools, machinery, and safety procedures
- Minimum 13 years experience in a workshop or maintenance role, preferably in a hotel, industrial, or commercial environment
- Strong problem-solving and technical skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and efficiently under deadlines
- Team player with strong communication skills
- Must hold a valid South African ID
Key Competencies
ð¹ Technical Expertise Skilled in preventative and corrective maintenance, repairs, and workshop fabrication
ð¹ Quality & Standards Focus Ensures all workshop outputs meet high operational, durability, and finish standards
ð¹ Health & Safety Compliance Adheres strictly to occupational health and safety regulations, PPE usage, and safe machinery handling
ð¹ Inventory & Equipment Management Maintains tools, materials, and workshop inventory efficiently
ð¹ Team Collaboration Works effectively with the engineering and maintenance team and supports on-site repairs when required
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on hotel equipment, furniture, and assetsRepair, refurbish, and fabricate components as required in the workshopOperate workshop machinery safely and efficientlyInspect completed work to ensure consistency, quality, and reliabilityManage workshop materials, tools, and inventory; report shortages, defects, or malfunctions to the Maintenance ManagerFollow strict health, safety, and PPE procedures at all timesWork collaboratively with the engineering and maintenance team to support hotel operationsAssist with on-site repairs and emergency maintenance tasks as requiredLive and promote the hotels values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion, and IntegrityPackage on Offer
Basic salary (TBA)50 / 50 contribution to PensionCompany contribution to medical aidImportant Application Notes
Must hold a valid South African IDOnly candidates with relevant workshop or maintenance experience will be shortlistedEnsure your CV is 100% updatedAll applicants will attend a virtual introduction interviewRecruitment aligns with the companys Employment Equity PlanAbout the President Hotel
The President Hotel is on a journey to be considered a true luxury destination.
Purpose : To create and inspire memorable experiences
Vision : To become Cape Towns most loved hotel
Set in the heart of Bantry Bay , between Cape Towns vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, the President Hotel offers :
349 stylish rooms, suites, and apartmentsBreathtaking views of the Atlantic SeaboardA palm-lined infinity poolWorld-class restaurantsState-of-the-art conference and event venuesAn iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity