Facilities Technical Manager

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Facilities Technical Manager
Join a fast-growing gelato brand and keep a dynamic retail network running smoothly
Cape Town R25 000 to R35 000 per month CTC 8am to 5pm on-call/standby

About Our Client
Our client is an expanding gelato business with multiple high-traffic retail stores across Cape Town. Known for quality innovation and a vibrant brand experience they are scaling rapidly and need strong technical support to keep operations seamless. The company values hands-on problem solvers who take pride in maintaining safe efficient and well-run stores.

The Role: Facilities Technical Manager
This role exists to ensure all stores operate safely efficiently and without disruption. You will oversee technical maintenance refrigeration systems electrical compliance and store upgrades across a growing retail network. With a mix of hands-on repair work and contractor management youll play a critical role in reducing downtime extending equipment life and supporting the brands continued expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Bring 3 to 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience across electrical plumbing carpentry and general repairs
Conduct routine inspections across all stores to identify faults risks and maintenance needs
Perform repairs directly including glazing lighting signage and general handyman tasks
Maintain troubleshoot and repair commercial refrigeration units used for gelato production and storage
Manage preventative maintenance schedules for all temperature-controlled equipment
Handle electrical repairs replacements and installations within the scope of a wiremans license
Manage external refrigeration specialists and electricians for larger technical projects
Oversee store upgrade projects fit-outs and refurbishments
Source vet and manage contractors and service providers
Maintain asset records warranties service logs and inventory of tools and supplies
Work closely with store managers and the business owner to resolve daily operational issues

About You

3 to 5 years of experience in facilities technical maintenance or a similar hands-on role
Valid South African drivers license
Wiremans license or registered electrical qualification
Practical experience working with commercial refrigeration systems
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
Able to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure
Experience in retail hospitality or food production environments (advantage)
Exposure to store openings fit-outs or contractor management (advantage)
Proactive solutions-driven reliable and highly organised
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a calm approach during urgent breakdowns

Facilities Technical Manager Join a fast-growing gelato brand and keep a dynamic retail network running smoothly Cape Town R25 000 to R35 000 per month CTC 8am to 5pm on-call/standby About Our Client Our client is an expanding gelato business with multiple high-traffic retail stores across Cape T...

Facilities Technical Manager
Join a fast-growing gelato brand and keep a dynamic retail network running smoothly
Cape Town R25 000 to R35 000 per month CTC 8am to 5pm on-call/standby

Key Responsibilities

Bring 3 to 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience across electrical plumbing carpentry and general repairs
Conduct routine inspections across all stores to identify faults risks and maintenance needs
Perform repairs directly including glazing lighting signage and general handyman tasks
Maintain troubleshoot and repair commercial refrigeration units used for gelato production and storage
Manage preventative maintenance schedules for all temperature-controlled equipment
Handle electrical repairs replacements and installations within the scope of a wiremans license
Manage external refrigeration specialists and electricians for larger technical projects
Oversee store upgrade projects fit-outs and refurbishments
Source vet and manage contractors and service providers
Maintain asset records warranties service logs and inventory of tools and supplies
Work closely with store managers and the business owner to resolve daily operational issues

About You

3 to 5 years of experience in facilities technical maintenance or a similar hands-on role
Valid South African drivers license
Wiremans license or registered electrical qualification
Practical experience working with commercial refrigeration systems
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
Able to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure
Experience in retail hospitality or food production environments (advantage)
Exposure to store openings fit-outs or contractor management (advantage)
Proactive solutions-driven reliable and highly organised
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a calm approach during urgent breakdowns