About the Role
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is seeking dedicated Handyman professionals for two positions at the Amathole Museum in East London. This role is essential for maintaining the museum’s facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors. As a Handyman, you will play a crucial part in the preservation of our local heritage, contributing to the cultural enrichment of the community. Your efforts will help safeguard the museum’s operations and enhance the overall visitor experience in the vibrant city of East London.
In this position, you will be responsible for various maintenance tasks, including addressing building defects and managing emergency situations. The work you do here is vital not only for the museum but also for the educational and cultural value it brings to the community. By ensuring that the museum remains in top condition, you will help to protect our local history and promote public engagement through exhibitions and events.
About the Department
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is dedicated to promoting and preserving South Africa’s rich cultural heritage. With a mission to enhance the lives of South Africans through arts, culture, and sport, this department plays a pivotal role in fostering community engagement and social cohesion. Working here means being part of a team that values creativity, inclusion, and the celebration of our diverse heritage, making a meaningful impact on society.
What You’ll Do
- Safeguard all master and spare keys belonging to the institution.
- Attend to all defects in the building, ensuring a safe environment.
- Assist with emergency situations such as elevator breakdowns and building evacuations.
- Perform a stock take of areas of responsibility, including keys and office equipment.
- Ensure all equipment has appropriate locking facilities.
- Bind departmental documents as required.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 8 certificate / ABET level 4 or NQF level 1-3.
- Ability to read and write effectively.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and self-motivation.
- A valid Code 8 driving license is an added advantage.
- Experience in performing general assistant duties is beneficial but not mandatory.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 8 certificate / ABET level 4 or NQF leve1 – 3 with no experience.Must be able to write and read.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good Verbal and written 131 communication skills.
Self – motivated.
The following will serve as added advantage: Performing General Assistant duties, exposure in the field will be an added advantage and a valid (Code 8) driving licence.
Job Duties
Safeguard all master and spare keys belonging to the institution.Attend to all defects in the building.
Assists with emergency situations such as elevator breakdowns; building evacuations etc.
Perform a stock take of areas of responsibilities such as keys, office equipment etc.
Ensure that all equipment is provided with the locking facilities.
Binding of Departmental immense documents.
