Maintenance Manager

Duties:
Infrastructure & Facilities Management:

• Oversee maintenance of camps, staff housing, offices, workshops, and recreational facilities.
• Ensure all buildings are structurally sound, safe, and aesthetically maintained.
• Manage preventative maintenance schedules for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, solar systems, generators, boreholes, and water systems.
• Maintain reserve infrastructure.

• Oversee servicing and repairs maintenance equipment.
• Maintain asset registers and maintenance logs.
• Manage workshop operations and tool control.
• Source and procure spare parts and maintenance supplies.

• Monitor water supply systems, pumps, reservoirs, and sewage systems.
• Manage power systems including generators, solar installations, and backup systems.
• Implement energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable practices aligned with conservation goals.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and reserve regulations.
• Undertake any other reasonable request from senior management and to serve on any panel as required.

• Supervise maintenance team members
• Allocate tasks and monitor performance.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Maintain fire prevention systems and emergency equipment.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of tools, fuel, and hazardous materials.

• Prepare and manage the maintenance department budget.
• Control expenditure and minimize unnecessary costs.
• Obtain quotations and manage contractors when required.
• Submit monthly maintenance reports to senior management.

• Be available for after-hours emergencies.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns that may impact guest experience or operational continuity.

• Relevant trade qualification (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Building, or similar).
• At least 5+ years’ experience in maintenance management, preferably in hospitality, lodges, or remote operations.
• Strong knowledge of generators, solar systems, boreholes, and water reticulation.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy (MS Office and maintenance management systems).
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Hands‑on technical expertise
• Ability to work in remote environments
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Cost control and budgeting ability
• Strong attention to detail
• High level of accountability and reliability