General Facilities Handyperson

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Truworths Full time R80 000 - R120 000 per year
Closing Date
2025/11/17

Reference Number
TRU

Job Title
General Facilities Handyperson

Business Area
Properties

Job Type
Permanent

Workplace Type
On-site

Location - Country
South Africa

Location - Province
Western Cape

Location - Town / City
Cape Town

Job Description

Truworths has an exciting opportunity available for a qualified Electrician with "handyman" experience as a multi-skilled artisan.

The position will be based at our Head Office in Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:
  • Support and service all the departments' building needs
  • Conduct repairs and maintenance where required to the building
  • Inspect and conduct repairs to the entire electrical and plumbing infrastructure for 2 buildings
  • Conduct general day to day repairs and maintenance, and assist with department moves
  • Conduct general ad hoc tasks as required
  • Act as/be a support Head Office Driver as and when required
In addition to the above, further key responsibility areas will include:
  • HVAC equipment
  • Fire protection system
  • Housekeeping and occupational health and safety
  • Electrical work:
  • Attend to all low voltage electrical work as required
  • Attend to any tripping of plugs or faulty lights as soon as possible
  • Urgently liaise with the electrical contractor to conduct all high voltage repairs
  • Ensure all desk cabling is installed neatly and kept tidy at all times
  • Conduct meter readings for the Properties Department
  • Attend to tripping equipment in all kitchens and pause areas
  • Repair any faulty electrical equipment
  • Inspect all electrical boards weekly or as often as required for any damage and ensure they are kept clean
  • Ensure the infrared and power factor surveys are conducted annually
  • Conduct weekly lights' inspection and replace as soon as possible
  • Generators
  • Meeting, training and function set up
  • Water supply
  • Pause areas - Regular checks to ensure everything is in working order and no repair or maintenance needs to be done
  • Lighting
  • Administration
  • Emergency tasks
  • Repairs and maintenance
Qualifications and Experience

Qualification(s):
  • Qualified Electrician for single phase only
  • Must be in the possession of a N2 qualification (minimum)
Experience/Knowledge:
  • 5 years' minimum experience within the electrical field
  • 5+ years in a handyperson position doing repair work
  • Must be able to operate most portable electrical tools
  • Experience in welding and general plumbing repairs
  • Basic carpentry skills
  • Must be in possession of an EB drivers' license
Competencies

Technical:
  • Good understanding of electrical and plumbing infrastructure
  • Possess a good understanding of what is required to carry out general building repairs
  • Basic MS Office skills.
Essential Competencies:
  • General all-rounder with the emphasis on electrical and plumbing experience.
Advantageous Competencies:
  • Able to work on all low voltage equipment.
Behavioural:
  • Good communication skills
  • Team orientation
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player with the ability to work independently as and when required
  • Punctual and deadline driven.

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