Maintenance Assistant

Function

Engineering

Facility

Kirkwood Care Centre

Position

Maintenance Assistant

Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Maintenance Assistant based at Life Nkanyisa Kirkwood Care Centre in Kirkwood. The position will be reporting to Joshua Ratshalingwa, Maintenance Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for the basic maintenance of the facility by maintaining it at all times and will be a member of the professional team that is continuously striving for the highest standards of quality.

Critical Outputs

• The successful candidate will be responsible for restoration and repairs of the building and grounds as per job card and instructions of the Supervisor, moving of furnisher and/or equipment when required.
• Assist in the maintenance activities of the building.
• Risk Management-ensure a safe environment by performing rounds on the premises and check for breakages and equipment.
• Cleaning of grounds, gutters, generator room, maintenance workshop, storerooms, drains etc.
• Reports problems requiring attention of the Supervisor.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent
• Perform standby duties.
• Excellent communication and problem solving.
• An ability to complete tasks timeously and accurately.
• Planning and Organizing.
• Be able to work under pressure and Time Management.
• Eager to learn new systems and accept challenges.
• Adhere to NOSA and OSH Act.
• Be self-starter and have the ability to work independently.
• Use of power tools.
• Tiling, glazing, stock and inventory control.
• Team player and be very energetic

Competencies

• Competent in any three (3) of the following fields:
• Electrical, Building, plumbing, Carpentry,
• Glazing, Welding, Tiling or Painting

Email

Mzikazi.Kona@lifehealthcare.co.za

Closing date

Monday, May 18, 2026