Maintenance Supervisor
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Job Location:
Port Elizabeth - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
ZAR 15000 - 15000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor for a luxury reserve in the Eastern Cape.
This live-in position is ideal for a hands-on practical individual with strong mechanical and maintenance skills comfortable working in a remote bush environment and committed to supporting lodge and reserve operations.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet & Mechanical Management
Maintain and manage safari and reserve vehicle fleet
Schedule and execute preventative maintenance
Perform mechanical diagnostics fault-finding and repairs
Maintain tyres brakes suspension steering and drivetrains
Keep accurate service and mileage records
Liaise with external mechanics as required
Lodge & Infrastructure Maintenance
Maintain guest rooms safari tents and public areas
Plumbing repairs and water system maintenance
Electrical fault-finding and basic installations
Carpentry painting and general building maintenance
Game Reserve & Operational Maintenance
Maintain pumps boreholes and water reticulation systems
Fence gate and welding repairs
Maintain reserve roads in coordination with contractors
Maintain workshop tools and equipment
Health & Safety
Ensure vehicles are roadworthy and safe for guests
Maintain safe working practices
Report safety risks and infrastructure issues promptly
Expected Outcomes
High fleet availability with minimal breakdowns
Well-maintained lodge and reserve infrastructure
Reduced maintenance costs through preventative planning
Safe functional and guest-ready facilities
Positive contribution to guest satisfaction and camp operations
Requirements
Minimum 510 years mechanical experience preferably with fleet diesel or heavy vehicles
Experience in lodge reserve or remote-site maintenance advantageous
Practical trade qualification beneficial
Welding (arc/MIG) electrical fault-finding plumbing and pump system knowledge
Valid Code B drivers licence required; Code 10 / PDP advantageous
Comfortable driving safari and reserve vehicles including 4x4s in rugged terrain
Personal Attributes
Calm and solution-driven under pressure
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks independently
Hands-on proactive and takes ownership of responsibilities
Team player committed to lodge and reserve standards
Package
Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience
Live-in position
Shift work: 11 days on 3 days off
Housing may be provided
Extra days or overtime compensated with paid-off days
Candidates who meet the above requirements and are keen to apply are invited to submit their CV for consideration.
Required Skills:
experience
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Robotics
- HVAC
- Packaging
- CMMS
- Maintenance Management
- Property Maintenance
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Painting
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Supervising Experience
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Kendrick Recruitment (KR) specialises in finding top candidates for the Hospitality and Tourism Industries worldwide. We focus on providing a high level of personalised service tailored to each individual whether you are a client or candidate. We pride ourselves on listening and under ... View more
