Maintenance / Landscape Site Manager

About the Role

The Caretakers® is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager / Garden Service Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations at a large retirement village in Brackenfell, Western Cape. This is a site-based leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being operational, managing people, and maintaining high standards across maintenance and grounds services.

Start Date: ASAP

Location Requirement: Must reside near Brackenfell and surrounds

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage on-site maintenance and garden teams
• Oversee daily estate maintenance and groundskeeping operations
• Conduct proactive inspections and report defects
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors
• Ensure OHSA compliance, PPE usage, and site discipline
• Compile daily and monthly site reports
• Maintain tools, equipment, and fleet condition

Working Hours

• Monday – Friday: 07:00 to 16:00
• Fridays: Staff leave site at 15:00
• Occasional overtime required

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in maintenance, facilities, estate, or site supervision
• Strong people management and organisational skills
• Practical knowledge of general maintenance and landscaping operations
• Valid driver's licence and PRDP
• Hands-on, reliable, and service-driven attitude
• Experience in estates, retirement villages, or sectional title environments (advantageous)

What We're Looking For

• Someone who leads from the front
• Takes ownership of a site
• Communicates professionally with residents and management
• Takes pride in quality, order, and presentation

Package Includes

• Salary: R22,000 per month
• Company bakkie
• Company cellphone
• Laptop provided