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Assistant Maintenance Manager

Bushwise


Job Location:

Hluhluwe - South Africa

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 4-5years
Posted: 26 September 2026 (7 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 24 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

NOW HIRING ASSISTANT MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Lodge near Hluhluwe KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent Live-in
Market Related

Are you an experienced Assistant Maintenance Manager with strong technical skills and a passion for working in a luxury safari environment

Our client is looking for an Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance operations across the lodges staff villages and reserve ensuring the highest standards are maintained.

THE ROLE

You will oversee preventative and breakdown maintenance projects contractors staff deployment CAPEX projects water and grey-water systems sustainability initiatives and the overall maintenance function across the reserve.

This is a permanent live-in position.



Requirements


35 years experience in maintenance management within a similar-sized operation
Qualified/experienced in at least one of:
Electrical single & three phase
Refrigeration & Air-conditioning
Strong experience in:
Plumbing
Water treatment systems
Sewage treatment systems
Building & general maintenance
Experience managing maintenance teams and contractors
Strong budgeting administration and supplier negotiation skills
Excellent problem-solving and organisational abilities
Valid unendorsed South African drivers licence
Comfortable working in a remote luxury safari environment




Benefits
Live-in with 50% medical aid and provident fund


Required Skills:

Education Grade 12 (Matric). Relevant qualification in Facilities Management Maintenance Engineering Security Management Operations Management or a related field will be advantageous. Experience Minimum of 35 years experience in facilities maintenance security fleet or operational coordination. Previous experience within hospitality lodge tourism or remote-site operations preferred. Experience managing contractors and service providers. Knowledge Facilities and maintenance management principles. Fleet and vehicle management. Security operations and risk management. Occupational Health and Safety legislation and practices. Budget control and procurement processes. Basic understanding of building electrical plumbing and mechanical systems.


Required Education:

Facilities Maintenance Electrical