Handyman (Part-time)

**Direct Reporting Line**:
Head: Student Experience

**Varsity College** is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

**The IIE's Varsity College Pietermaritzburg Campus has a vacancy for a reliable Handyman (Part-Time) to undertake upkeep and repair tasks at the interior or exterior of company premises. We will rely on you to keep our facilities in perfect condition by doing various odd jobs.**

***Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Perform minor repairs and maintenance.
- Set up venues as needed by any staff for events.
- Paint and/or repair gaps or crevices (on walls, sidewalks etc.)
- Undertake light installation of carpeting.
- Look after and take accountability of tools, equipment and chemicals in storerooms.
- Repair equipment or appliances where possible.
- Undertake minor plumbing or electrical work
- Assist contractors while on site with major electrical, plumbing work.
- Undertake duties as assigned or emergency tasks where needed or instructed by Facilities Co-ordinator.
- Identify and report the need for any repairs to line manager.
- Oversee subcontracted services on the campus under the direction of the Facilities Coordinator
- Perform regular inspections on the campus to identify items and areas requiring attention
- Responsible on occasion for the opening and closing of the campus.
- Responsible for sourcing quotes for campus, under direction of the Facilities Coordinator
- Will be based at the Pietermaritzburg campus.
- Any ad hoc duties as directed by the Facilities Co-ordinator.
- EHS inspections and completion of relevant documentation. Support in preparation for internal and external Health and Safety audits.
- Support with event logistics when required.
- Good communication is key
- Some experience with collaborating with teams is advantageous / or has had experience with delegating tasks

**Competencies required**:

- Well-presented and good communication skills
- Well-organized
- Must have problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Word, excel and adobe skills required. I hesitate to state this as basic - they need to be competent in this regard.
- Good communication
- Some experience with collaborating with teams is advantageous / or has had experience with delegating tasks
- Basic computer skills
- Basic math skills

**Minimum Qualification Requirements**:

- Matric or equivalent

**Minimum Experience Requirements**:

- Proven experience as handyman.
- Experience with hardware tools and electrical equipment.
- Basic understanding of electrical and plumbing.

**Working Conditions**:

- Own reliable vehicle
- Clear criminal record
- Minimum code B drivers license (Code EB preferred)
- Basic Electrical and Plumbing certification.
- Code EB drivers license.
- Basic Firefighting certification.
- Introduction of OHS (specific to Good House Keeping) certification.
- Basic Microsoft Word & Excel skills.

**Skillful hands, competency with hand tools and technical knowledge are important parts of a handyman’s arsenal. You must be well-organized with strong general repair skills. A keen eye for detail and physical stamina are valued greatly in this job.**

**The IIE's Varsity College **is an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference will be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act.