TEAM LEADER – MAINTENANCE TEAM

Location: Howick
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for a Team Leader – Maintenance to oversee and coordinate a maintenance team, ensuring that work is completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.

The successful candidate should have practical experience with electrical and solar installations, as well as experience leading or supervising a team. A formal electrician qualification is not required, but a good practical understanding of electrical and solar work is essential.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, supervise and coordinate the maintenance team.

· Plan and allocate daily maintenance tasks to team members.

· Assist with and oversee electrical and solar installation and maintenance work.

· Ensure work is completed correctly, efficiently and within required timeframes.

· Conduct regular checks on completed work and maintain quality standards.

· Identify maintenance issues and assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving.

· Ensure all tools, equipment and materials are available and properly maintained.

· Monitor team performance and provide guidance and support where required.

· Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.

· Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture within the team.

· Complete relevant maintenance records, checklists and reports.

· Communicate effectively with management regarding maintenance requirements, progress and issues.

Minimum Requirements

· Previous experience in a maintenance, electrical or solar environment.

· Practical knowledge of electrical and solar installations.

· Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.

· Strong understanding and awareness of workplace health and safety.

· Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

· Good communication and organisational skills.

· Valid driver's licence would be advantageous.

· Must be locally based in Howick, Hilton or Pietermaritzburg.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable, safety-conscious and able to take responsibility for a team. The successful candidate should be comfortable working alongside the team while ensuring that maintenance work is completed safely, professionally and efficiently.