General Maintenance, Admin & Driver

Job description

General Maintenance, Admin and Driver | George, Western Cape
Keep things working. Keep our spaces cared for and help keep Badgers moving when needed.
If you’re happiest when you’re fixing, maintaining, improving or lending a practical hand, this could be the role for you.
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in keeping buildings, outdoor areas and everyday facilities in good working order. General maintenance will be the heart of your role, with driving responsibilities forming an important second part of your day when the business needs you on the road.

About the role:

• Your focus will be helping our maintenance team keep our workplace safe, neat, functional and well cared for, including stock take, asset register and tool care and bookings
• You’ll tackle the everyday jobs that make a real difference, from general repairs and painting to looking after outdoor areas, moving furniture, and the admin in these roles, maintaining workspaces and spotting issues before they become bigger problems.

You’ll be trusted to:

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs
• Assist with basic painting, plumbing and carpentry tasks
• Keep track of tools being booked out and material stock in storeroom
• Keep walkways, parking areas, storerooms and work areas neat and safe
• Move furniture, equipment and other items when required
• Help prepare and set up spaces for operational needs
• Look after tools and equipment and report maintenance issues
• Assist with loading, unloading and general hands-on tasks
• Work alongside the Maintenance team and pitch in wherever practical help is needed
• When driving support is required, you’ll also help keep our people and operations moving safely and professionally.

This will include:

• Transporting employees, executives and guests
• Completing airport collections and drop-offs in George and surrounding areas
• Collecting and delivering equipment, materials, stock and documentation
• Keeping company vehicles clean, roadworthy and ready for use
• Maintaining accurate vehicle and delivery records
• Whether you’re fixing something at the office, helping care for our grounds or heading out on a collection, you’ll play a practical part in creating the reliable, well-maintained environment our people depend on.

About you:

• You’re a practical person who notices when something needs attention — and you’re usually the type to get on with fixing it, doesn’t need to be told what to do every day.
• You take pride in doing a job properly, enjoy working with your hands and don’t need someone looking over your shoulder all day. You’re also comfortable getting behind the wheel when needed and understand the responsibility that comes with transporting people and company property.

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Are reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Enjoy practical, hands-on maintenance work
• Can work independently and use your initiative
• Are comfortable working both indoors and outdoors
• Are physically fit and willing to get stuck in
• Take care of tools, equipment, vehicles and your work environment
• Are friendly, professional and respectful
• Are a safe, responsible and confident driver
• Can manage your time and priorities without constant supervision
• Are flexible and willing to support the wider team when needed

What you’ll need:

• Experience in general maintenance, gardening or handyman work
• A valid South African code B driver’s licence
• At least 5 years’ driving experience
• A good driving record
• Basic computer literacy
• Good English communication skills
• The physical ability to perform maintenance work and assist with loading and unloading
• A clear criminal record

Why join Badger?

• At Badger, the small things matter.
• A well-maintained workspace, a problem fixed quickly, a safe environment and a reliable trip all contribute to the experience we create for our people and our customers.
• You’ll join a supportive team where people help one another, take pride in their work and value someone who can be counted on. Your days will have variety, you’ll have the opportunity to work independently as well as alongside the Maintenance crew, and you’ll be able to see the difference your work makes.
• Apply today and help us keep Badger maintained, cared for and moving, while delivering Soft Landings every day.

Posted on 01 Oct 15:42, Closing date 30 Oct