Excellence depends on what happens behind the scenes.
At The President Hotel, every exceptional guest experience relies on the quiet precision and reliability of our Engineering and Maintenance team. From the first light switch to the last elevator ride, every detail reflects our commitment to excellence, safety, and luxury hospitality. As we continue our journey toward luxury, we are looking for an experienced and hands-on Hotel Maintenance Manager to support the Chief Engineer in overseeing the hotel's maintenance operations.
If you are a technically strong maintenance professional with proven hotel experience, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for operational excellence, this role is for you.
Minimum Requirements
National Diploma or Trade Certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or Building Services (Red Seal preferred)
Minimum 57 years' experience within hotel, facilities, or building maintenance
Minimum 3 years' experience in a managerial or supervisory role
Previous experience within a hotel, hospital, or corporate building environment essential
Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, and general building maintenance
Working knowledge of CMMS systems such as OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS, or similar maintenance management systems
Strong leadership, task delegation, communication, and people management skills
Excellent planning, fault-finding, and problem-solving abilities
OHS or Health and Safety certification advantageous
Valid South African ID or valid work permit
Professional grooming and presentation
CV must be fully updated prior to submission
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting the Chief Engineer in developing and leading the Engineering and Maintenance team
Supervising Foremen, Technicians, Electricians, Plumbers, and external contractors
Conducting daily team briefings, allocating work, monitoring productivity, and assisting with shift planning
Managing all maintenance requests and work orders through the CMMS system
Responding promptly to emergency repairs and guest maintenance concerns
Inspecting guest rooms, public areas, plant rooms, and hotel facilities to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
Managing the Preventative Maintenance Programme (PPM) to minimise downtime and maximise equipment reliability
Coordinating the maintenance of chillers, boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, generators, fire protection systems, water heaters, and mechanical equipment
Supporting sustainability initiatives by monitoring electricity, water, and gas consumption while identifying opportunities for improved efficiency
Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation, SANS regulations, fire safety requirements, PPE standards, and Lock Out Tag Out procedures
Assisting with hotel refurbishments, renovations, and capital projects while managing contractors to minimise disruption to guests
Maintaining asset registers, service records, warranty documentation, maintenance inventories, spare parts, and consumables
Training, mentoring, and developing the Engineering team while promoting accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
Working closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Security, and all hotel departments to ensure seamless operations
Providing maintenance reports, operational updates, and technical recommendations to the Chief Engineer
Supporting The President Hotel's journey toward luxury through technical excellence, preventative maintenance, and operational leadership
Why Join The President Hotel
Be part of Cape Town's Most Loved Hotel
Work in a high-volume, professional hotel environment
Play a key role in our journey toward luxury
Lead a skilled Engineering and Maintenance team responsible for maintaining world-class hotel facilities
Training and development opportunities within a growing hotel
Staff meals on duty and uniform provided
Discounts on dining, accommodation, and selected hotel facilities
Competitive salary, company contribution to medical and pension and great team culture
