Handyman at SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform tasks in accordance to job cards or work orders issued, as per Client and Company requirements
• Conduct investigations, evaluation and restorations on identified equipment malfunction
• Carry out minor repairs and service on all electrical equipment and appliances as per SLA
• Perform office movement related tasks, including but not limited to repairs and maintenance
• Carry out minor repairs and service on all plumbing related equipment as per SLA
• Perform tier 1 inspections and repairs on all air-con related equipment
• Carry out inspections and report back on all fire & access equipment;
• Perform H&S maintenance on the building and equipment
• Ensure that access control and CCTV equipment are inspected and maintained at all times
• Provide constant feedback to the Site Service supervisor on restoration status and operations
• Vehicle maintenance and cleaning
• Participate in planned/unplanned projects

Key Requirements:
Qualification:

• Grade 12
• N2/N3 Technical certificate (electrical, plumbing, mechanical or HVAC)
• Trade Test will be advantageous

Experience:

• 3 years experience in building maintenance, air-conditioning, electrical, water reticulation and grounds maintenance.
• Basic training on hand tools, electrical and mechanical equipment
• Valid driver’s license and 2 years of driving experience

Knowledge:

• Knowledge in building maintenance (painting, tilling, woodwork, plastering, bricklaying and civil work)
• Knowledge in reading schematic drawings
• Knowledge of OHS Act and ISO9001

Additional Notes:

• Must be healthy and fit to work in confined spaces and high temperature/dusty areas.
• Must be flexible when required, to work on other NRF/SARAO sites.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Must be able to execute tasks without supervision.
• Must be willing to learn and grow.
• Must be Innovative, good time management, customer focus, relationship building, can work under pressure and problem analysis