Handyman

A challenging vacancy currently exists for a Handyman: Handyman at Tankwa Karoo National Park.

TANKWA KAROO NATIONAL PARK

• Grade12 (Matric)/ NCV level 4 or equivalent.
• Electrical, Aircon, Refrigerator, Plumbing or related Trade Certificate would be an added advantage
• Valid drivers license is essential and PDP will be an added advantage
• A minimum of three (3) years practical experience in technical/ maintenance field
• Communication skills both Written and Verbal (English)
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, plumbing, carpentry, electrical maintenance and equipment repairs
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Basis general administration skills
• Ability to work under pressure and under unfavorable conditions
• Trade certificate will be an added advantage
• Able to work on weekends & public holidays as required.

• Physically carrying out relevant maintenance semi-skilled task such as welding, Air conditioners and refrigerators, plumbing, electrical works, civil works in accordance with predetermined quality and productivity standards
• Routine maintenance of tourism buildings, terrain, staff accommodation, ablution blocks, administration and other infrastructures services e.g. Electricity, Boreholes pumps sewer systems, buildings and equipment, as well as assisting with inspection of maintenance contractors work.
• Daily recording of maintenance works performed and maintenance needs.
• Transporting equipment, materials and staff and conducting vehicle inspections.
• Storekeeping and inventory of tools and equipment
• Assisting with the planning, scheduling and execution of technical tasks.
• Ordering of stock and assisting with supply chain processes.
• Basic housekeeping and other ad hoc task identified by supervisor
• Assisting with general administrative tasks such as the recording of stock and inventory. Completion of time sheets, log sheets, leave forms and other month end statistics.

TKNP is isolated with the closest settlement and shops 130 km from the Park. The area is sparsely populated and interested applicants must be prepared for living in isolation. It is therefore recommended that candidates ascertain themselves of the living and working conditions before applying for this job. The candidate needs to be a highly motivated individual with necessary practical skills and experience to take immediate responsibility. The successful candidate will report to the technical officer. The successful candidate will have to sign a lease to occupy the staff accommodation inside the Park.

R160,207.31 - R213,350.87 per annum

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Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

06 June 2025

Information :

• Company : South African National Parks
• Position : Handyman
• Location : Northern Cape
• Country : ZA