Urgent: CBRE Excellerate Hiring 17 Handyman Jobs Across SA

Introduction

CBRE Excellerate is inviting suitably qualified South Africans to apply for 17 permanent Handyman and Handyman Assistant vacancies across several provinces.

These opportunities are available in Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West and Free State, making this one of the largest private-sector maintenance recruitment drives currently available.

If you have experience in building maintenance, plumbing, painting, carpentry, tiling or general repairs, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of Africa's leading facilities management companies.

CBRE Excellerate is a leading provider of integrated facilities management, commercial real estate services and property solutions across Africa and the Middle East.

The company delivers maintenance, project management, engineering and workplace solutions for major corporate clients, offering employees long-term career development within a global organisation.

CBRE Excellerate is recruiting Handymen in:

• Cape Town (Western Cape)
• Worcester (Western Cape)
• Durban (KwaZulu-Natal)
• Newcastle (KwaZulu-Natal)
• Emalahleni (Mpumalanga)
• Mbombela (Mpumalanga)
• Polokwane (Limpopo)
• Rustenburg (North West)

Applications are also open for Handyman Assistants in:

• Cape Town (Western Cape)
• Worcester (Western Cape)
• Durban (KwaZulu-Natal)
• Newcastle (KwaZulu-Natal)
• Emalahleni (Mpumalanga)
• Mbombela (Mpumalanga)
• Polokwane (Limpopo)
• Rustenburg (North West)
• Welkom (Free State)

Successful candidates may be responsible for:

• Performing general building maintenance.
• Carpentry repairs.
• Painting and decorating.
• Ceiling and drywall repairs.
• Basic masonry work.
• Plumbing maintenance.
• Tiling repairs.
• Welding.
• Office furniture repairs.
• Carpet and blind repairs.
• Replacing lamps and fittings.
• Preventative maintenance inspections.
• Responding to maintenance call-outs.
• Completing digital job cards and maintenance reports.
• Maintaining health and safety standards.
• Supporting specialist maintenance teams.

Handymen may also supervise small on-site maintenance teams and assist with contractor coordination.

Applicants should have:

• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in general building or facilities maintenance.
• Experience in maintenance, construction or property services.
• Trade qualification or technical certificate (advantageous).
• Practical experience in:
  • Carpentry
  • Plumbing
  • Painting
  • Ceiling repairs
  • Drywall installation
  • Welding
  • Masonry
  • Tiling
  • Office furniture repairs
• Knowledge of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to use smartphones and digital job card systems.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel between client sites.

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• Reliability.
• Integrity.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication skills.
• Customer service.
• Teamwork.
• Time management.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Technical maintenance skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Working at CBRE Excellerate offers:

• Permanent employment.
• Career development opportunities.
• Exposure to large commercial facilities.
• Modern maintenance systems.
• Professional working environment.
• Opportunity to work for a global facilities management company.

Applicants should prepare:

• Updated CV.
• Certified South African ID.
• Certified qualifications.
• Driver's licence.
• Trade certificates (where applicable).
• Employment references.

Interested applicants should:

1. Visit the official CBRE Excellerate Careers website.
2. Search for the Handyman or Handyman Assistant vacancy closest to your location.
3. Complete the online application.
4. Upload all required documents.
5. Submit your application before the relevant closing date.