Sales

Technical Assistant

Bidvest Facilities Management·Northern Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Onsite
SalesFull TimeOnsite
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ROLE PURPOSE

  • To carry out timeous and quality planned, preventive and emergency maintenance on all specified equipment.

MAIN OUTPUTS

  • Perform tasks in accordance to job cards (work orders) issued, as per Client & Company requirements.
  • Conduct investigations, evaluation & restorations on identified equipment malfunction.
  • Carry out minor repairs & service on all electrical equipment & appliances as per SLA.
  • Perform inspection of facility & repairs on all building infrastructure.
  • Carry out inspections & report back on all.
  • Assist the Artisan with major repairs and services.
  • Provide constant feedback to the Line Manager, Technical staff & CCC on restoration status of operations.
  • Undertake other related duties and assignments as assigned from time to time

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The Applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • Grade 12 (Technical Matric advantageous)
  • N4 Technical (Electrical/Mechanical)
  • Valid SA Drivers License
  • Practical exposure in basic tasks of electricity building infrastructure, including carpentry, plumbing, painting
  • Minimum 2yrs relevant experience in Handyman maintenance tasks
  • Basic training on hand tools, electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Knowledge of OHS Act & ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
  • First Aid
  • Relevant on-site training (SOP training, HIRA, Fatigue management)

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

  • Initiative/Proactivity
  • Deadline Driven & Highly Motivated
  • Stress Tolerant
  • Good Written Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Innovative
  • Problem Analysis
  • Planning/Scheduling/Objective Setting
  • Teamwork & Partnering
  • Relationship Building
  • Interactive Reasoning

Key skills

MatricNational Certificate (NCV)

At a glance

Company

Bidvest Facilities Management

Location

Northern Cape, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 14, 2026

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