Nature of Appointment: Permanent
Salary: R163 680 per annum (Level 03), plus benefits

Post

Section / Department

Facilities & Maintenance

Ref No

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Location

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Minimum Requirements

• Abet or Grade 10
• Proven ability to perform routine repairs and upkeep independently.
• Key control experience and ability to secure, allocate, and track keys.
• Capacity to coordinate with on-site security personnel.
• 24/7 on-site availability and readiness to respond to incidents.
• Risk awareness: able to identify, assess, and act on on-site risks/threats.
• Familiarity with routine facility inspections for safety and functionality.
• Willingness to work extra hours, weekends, and for special college events when required.
• Strong verbal and written communication; professional interaction with staff and students.
• Solid troubleshooting skills with timely, practical solutions.
• Advantageous: gardening, landscaping, and/or cleaning experience.
• Composure under pressure and in urgent situations.
• Valid Driver’s Licence (mandatory).

Core Functions

Conduct regular inspections of buildings, fences, doors, windows and other structures; promptly flag maintenance needs.

Perform general maintenance and minor repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, basic AC tasks).

Open offices, classrooms, workshops, and labs at set times; secure all areas after use (windows, doors, AC units, gas heaters, and gates).

Manage campus key safekeeping, distribution, and allocation.

Execute minor fixes: broken windows/doors, leaks, ceilings, ablution facilities, etc.

Assist with cleaning when required; perform gardening, landscaping, and sweeping to maintain campus appearance.

Review and analyse the Security Occurrence Book daily; escalate risks to management without delay.

Complete daily/weekly/monthly status reports on campus conditions; provide feedback on maintenance and security matters.

Carry out additional duties as delegated; maintain flexibility to cover a broad task range within set timelines.

Participate in ongoing training and development; attend and facilitate meetings as needed.

Additional Information

• Posts: 2 (one per campus)
• Closing Date: Not specified in the advert.

How to Apply

POST 29/221 — Handyman — Ref No: DOT 202/2026 (X5 Posts)
Department of Transport — KwaZulu-Natal

SALARY: R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE: Ladysmith Region: Cost Centre, Estcourt
REQUIREMENTS:

• ABET

HOW TO APPLY: Online: www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs (or hardcopy: Recruitment & Selection Section, HR Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 / hand-deliver: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg)

CLOSING DATE: 28 August 2026 (at 16h00)