Maintenance Supervisor X1

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Rainbow Tourism Group Zimbabwe is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join the team at Montclair Resort & Conference in Nyanga. This permanent, on-site position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and focuses on overseeing daily property upkeep to keep buildings, grounds, and equipment running safely and efficiently. The person in this role will direct daily tasks for the maintenance crew, execute preventative upkeep routines, handle unexpected breakdowns, and resolve technical…

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily tasks for the maintenance crew to guarantee timely completion according to established standards
• Execute and monitor preventative maintenance routines across guest rooms, public spaces, kitchens, plant rooms, and other hotel amenities
• Perform routine property inspections to identify and address defects, potential safety hazards, and equipment failures
• Diagnose problems and oversee servicing for electrical systems, plumbing, refrigeration, air conditioning, carpentry, and painting
• Answer maintenance requests from various hotel departments while prioritizing guest health, safety, and business operations
• Manage the proper storage, use, and accountability of maintenance tools, spare parts, and materials
• Assess work quality delivered by staff members and contractors to confirm compliance with safety rules and specifications
• Coach maintenance personnel on the job and pinpoint skill gaps requiring additional training
• Keep thorough maintenance documentation, including job cards, checklists, service histories, and breakdown reports
• Help the Maintenance Manager compile reports, cost estimates, material orders, and budget inputs
• Uphold occupational health and safety rules, environmental procedures, and company policies
• Examine the condition of fire safety gear, emergency lights, alarms, and pumps, documenting faults immediately
• Support resource efficiency initiatives related to energy, water, and waste management
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe workspaces along with properly functioning equipment
• Deliver support during operational emergencies and perform other duties assigned by the Maintenance Manager

Requirements

• Hold a National Diploma or Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Technology, Facilities Management, or a related technical discipline
• Bring three to five years of relevant maintenance background, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, air conditioning, carpentry, and general building maintenance
• Possess the ability to read and interpret technical instructions, equipment manuals, drawings, and maintenance schedules
• Display strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and fault-finding skills
• Exhibit solid communication, organizational, planning, and supervisory abilities
• Maintain basic computer literacy and record-keeping skills for preparing maintenance reports and job logs
• Understand occupational health and safety guidelines, fire safety rules, and environmental procedures
• Be available to work flexible hours, such as weekends and public holidays, as operational needs dictate

Qualifications

• Possess a relevant trade qualification or completed recognized apprenticeship in electrical work, plumbing, refrigeration and air conditioning, carpentry, or a related maintenance field
• Gain prior experience working within a hotel, resort, commercial property, or facilities maintenance setting

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