Handyman, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Our client, a well-established estate in Stellenbosch, Cape Town, is seeking a skilled Handyman to join their team. The successful candidate will perform general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting work, while ensuring all repairs and projects are completed to a high standard. Applicants should have 3–5 years’ experience as a handyman or maintenance worker, a valid Code 8 or higher South African driver’s license, and the ability to operate hand and power tools.

Previous experience in an agricultural or estate environment will be an advantage.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

:
Permanent
SECTOR :
Maintenance / Agricultural
BASIC SALARY :
Market Related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate


REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven experience (minimum 3–5 years) as a handyman, maintenance worker, or general builder.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting work.
• Valid South African driver’s license (Code 8 or higher).
• Previous experience working in an agricultural or estate environment will be advantageous.
• Ability to operate common hand tools, power tools, and small maintenance equipment.

DUTIES:


Building and Structural Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on farmhouses, cottages, offices, and other farm structures.
• Carry out basic carpentry, painting, plastering, and tiling work as required.
• Repair or replace doors, windows, locks, gutters, roofing sheets, and other building components.
• Inspect buildings regularly to identify maintenance needs and potential safety hazards.

Electrical and Plumbing Repairs:

• Conduct minor electrical work, such as replacing light fittings, plugs, and switches (as permitted by regulations).
• Assist with basic plumbing repairs, including taps, pipes, toilets, and drainage systems.
• Report major electrical or plumbing faults to the relevant qualified service providers or supervisor.

General Farm Infrastructure Maintenance:

• Assist in maintaining walkways, fencing, gates, and water systems across the farm.
• Support the maintenance of communal areas and farm facilities used by staff and visitors.
• Undertake minor welding, painting, and fabrication tasks when necessary.

Preventative Maintenance and Recordkeeping:

• Conduct routine inspections of farm housing and facilities and record maintenance activities.
• Report maintenance requirements, material needs, and progress to the Farm Manager or Facilities Supervisor.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned maintenance tasks in line with farm priorities.

Health, Safety, and Compliance:

• Comply with all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure that work areas are kept tidy and free of hazards.
• Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and farm-specific safety policies.

HOURS:

• Monday to Friday: 07:00 – 17:00

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at  today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.