Facilities Technical Manager

2 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time R300 000 - R420 000 per year

Facilities Technical Manager
Join a fast-growing gelato brand and keep a dynamic retail network running smoothly
Cape Town | R25 000 to R35 000 per month CTC | 8am to 5pm + on-call/standby

About Our Client
Our client is an expanding gelato business with multiple high-traffic retail stores across Cape Town. Known for quality, innovation, and a vibrant brand experience, they are scaling rapidly and need strong technical support to keep operations seamless. The company values hands-on problem solvers who take pride in maintaining safe, efficient, and well-run stores.

The Role: Facilities Technical Manager
This role exists to ensure all stores operate safely, efficiently, and without disruption. You will oversee technical maintenance, refrigeration systems, electrical compliance, and store upgrades across a growing retail network. With a mix of hands-on repair work and contractor management, you'll play a critical role in reducing downtime, extending equipment life, and supporting the brand's continued expansion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Bring 3 to 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs

  • Conduct routine inspections across all stores to identify faults, risks, and maintenance needs

  • Perform repairs directly, including glazing, lighting, signage, and general handyman tasks

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial refrigeration units used for gelato production and storage

  • Manage preventative maintenance schedules for all temperature-controlled equipment

  • Handle electrical repairs, replacements, and installations within the scope of a wireman's license

  • Manage external refrigeration specialists and electricians for larger technical projects

  • Oversee store upgrade projects, fit-outs, and refurbishments

  • Source, vet, and manage contractors and service providers

  • Maintain asset records, warranties, service logs, and inventory of tools and supplies

  • Work closely with store managers and the business owner to resolve daily operational issues

About You

  • 3 to 5 years of experience in facilities, technical maintenance, or a similar hands-on role

  • Valid South African driver's license

  • Wireman's license or registered electrical qualification

  • Practical experience working with commercial refrigeration systems

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities

  • Able to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure

  • Experience in retail, hospitality, or food production environments (advantage)

  • Exposure to store openings, fit-outs, or contractor management (advantage)

  • Proactive, solutions-driven, reliable, and highly organised

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm approach during urgent breakdowns

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