Maintenance Assistant

A vacancy exists for a Maintenance Assistant based at Life Carstenhof Hospital
, reporting to the Engineering
Manager
. The successful candidate will be responsible for assistance in maintaining, inspecting and basic elements of electrical and air conditioning systems, plumbing, structural improvements and general maintenance.

• He will be responsible for the restoration/repairs of buildings and equipment, risk management and daily check lists.
• The candidate must have a good understanding of plant equipment.
• He must be self-motivated and disciplined.
• Excellent completion of daily job cards as well as feedback thereof is high priority.
• He will be responsible and involved in SHEQ procedures.
• Excellent fault-finding skills are a must.
• Do basic systems settings, to ensure continuous system availability.
• Execute repairs / tasks as per job card and instructions from Supervisor.
• Perform tasks in order to inspect, check on building structures and facilities in accordance with the preventative maintenance programme as delegated / directed by the Supervisor.

• Grade 12
• 2 years maintenance experience
• Proof of competency in any two of the following fields: electrical, building, plumbing, carpentry, glazing, welding or tiling.
• Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills a prerequisite.
• Experience in dealing with customers.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Code 10 driver’s license

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness

Email Recruitment. Closing date Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.