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Maintenance Manager. Game Lodges, Staff Village & Vehicle Workshop 4* Game Lodge and 5* Game Lodge, on a private game reserve in the Eastern Cape near Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha); are seeking an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Manager to take full responsibility for the technical upkeep of both lodges; the central staff village, and the game-vehicle workshop. This is a senior, all-round role suited to a practical problem-solver who can manage people, budgets, and infrastructure across a working bush reserve environment. THE ROLE • Oversee all maintenance across two game lodges, the central staff village, and the game-vehicle workshop • Manage and mentor a team of maintenance staff, artisans, and general workers • Plan, budget for, and execute preventative and reactive maintenance programmes • Ensure lodges, guest facilities, and staff accommodation are maintained to a high standard • Oversee servicing, repair, and roadworthiness of game-viewing and utility vehicles • Manage borehole systems, pumps, reticulation, and water supply infrastructure across the reserve • Coordinate with lodge management on maintenance scheduling to minimise guest disruption • Manage stock, spares, tools, and supplier relationships for the workshop and stores • Assist with general farm and reserve infrastructure management (fencing, roads, buildings) REQUIREMENTS • Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a lodge, hospitality, or game reserve environment • Solid working knowledge of vehicle mechanics and fleet maintenance • Practical experience with boreholes, pumps, and water supply systems • General building, electrical, and plumbing maintenance knowledge; farm management a plus • Strong leadership, budgeting, and planning ability • Own reliable vehicle and valid driver's licence essential • Willing to live on-site in the Port Elizabeth / Eastern Cape game reserve area • Able to work independently and respond to after-hours emergencies PACKAGE • Salary: approximately R25 000 per month (negotiable based on experience) Including accommodation Please Note - While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
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