Maintenance Manager (Student Acc

We are looking for a Maintenance Manager for Student Accommodation (Live out - Mahikeng)

Job Purpose
To lead and manage all maintenance operations across a large student residence (approximately 1600 rooms), ensuring that facilities, infrastructure, and equipment are safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard to support an optimal living and learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Operations Management

Oversee all planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance across the residence
Ensure timely resolution of maintenance requests (rooms, common areas, plant equipment)
Implement and manage a preventative maintenance schedule
Maintain asset registers and equipment lifecycle plans
Manage and supervise maintenance staff (e.g., technicians, electricians, plumbers, general workers)
Allocate work, monitor performance, and ensure productivity targets are met
Conduct training, toolbox talks, and skills development
Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
Appoint and manage external contractors and service providers
Oversee maintenance projects, refurbishments, and upgrades
Ensure contractors meet quality, cost, and safety standards
Manage SLAs and service delivery performance
Qualifications
Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Building Services, or related field
Trade certification (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical) advantageous

Experience
Minimum 5–8 years’ relevant experience in facilities or maintenance management
Experience managing large residential, hospitality, or student accommodation facilities preferred
Proven experience managing teams and contractors
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices
Leadership and people management skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability
Budget management and financial acumen
Strong planning and organisational skills
Good communication and stakeholder management
Ability to work in a high-pressure, reactive environment