Maintenance Supervisor | Luxury Lodge | Northern KwaZulu-Natal

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor for a luxury reserve in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. This live-in position is ideal for a hands-on, practical individual with strong mechanical and maintenance skills, comfortable working in a remote bush environment and committed to supporting lodge and reserve operations.

Package & Benefits:

• Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
  
• Location: Northern KwaZulu-Natal
  
• Live-in position
  

Key Responsibilities:

Fleet & Mechanical Management

• Maintain and manage safari and reserve vehicle fleet
  
• Schedule and execute preventative maintenance
  
• Perform mechanical diagnostics, fault-finding, and repairs
  
• Maintain tyres, brakes, suspension, steering, and drivetrains
  
• Keep accurate service and mileage records
  
• Liaise with external mechanics as required
  

Lodge & Infrastructure Maintenance

• Maintain guest rooms, safari tents, and public areas
  
• Conduct plumbing repairs and water system maintenance
  
• Perform electrical fault-finding and basic installations
  
• Handle carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance
  

Game Reserve & Operational Maintenance

• Maintain pumps, boreholes, and water reticulation systems
  
• Conduct fence, gate, and welding repairs
  
• Maintain reserve roads in coordination with contractors
  
• Oversee workshop, tools, and equipment upkeep
  

Health & Safety

• Ensure vehicles are roadworthy and safe for guests
  
• Maintain safe working practices across all operations
  
• Report safety risks and infrastructure issues promptly
  

Expected Outcomes:

• High fleet availability with minimal breakdowns
  
• Well-maintained lodge and reserve infrastructure
  
• Reduced maintenance costs through preventative planning
  
• Safe, functional, and guest-ready facilities
  
• Positive contribution to guest satisfaction and camp operations
  

Minimum Requirements:

• 5–10 years’ maintenance experience (lodge, reserve, or remote-site advantageous)
  
• Practical trade qualification beneficial
  
• Strong mechanical and technical knowledge
  
• Valid driver’s licence
  

Personal Attributes:

• Calm and solution-driven under pressure
  
• Strong attention to detail with ability to prioritise independently
  
• Hands-on, proactive, and takes ownership of responsibilities
  
• Team player committed to lodge and reserve standards
  

Only suitable candidates will be contacted.