Factotum – Facilities Management Assistant at Freedom Park
Freedom Park is a heritage site and museum dedicated to honouring all those who gave their
lives in the struggles for freedom. It is established as a cultural institution reporting to the
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture and is situated in Salvokop, Pretoria.
Freedom Park is looking for ethical individuals who have a passion to contribute to national
reconciliation and social cohesion. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and
experienced persons for the position of Factotum – Facilities Management Assistant:
Position: Factotum – Facilities Management Assistant
Department: Corporate Services
Manager/Supervisor: Infrastructure Support Manager
Position Status: Permanent
Grade P10
Position Reference Code FMA032026
JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE
To plan and effectively coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repair work around the
park complex. This includes supervision of teams of workers, regularly inspect sites, execute
works necessary, maintain equipment, and assign services providers to various projects.
Solid understanding of building maintenance, repairs, refurbishments.
This role requires a person that can perform maintenance in and around the Park’s
premises and on equipment that belongs to Freedom Park.
The responsibilities can vary from quick repair jobs to highly skilled tasks, including electrical
repairs & installations, tile replacement, plumbing, mechanical works, and garden manicure
etc. Candidate will be required to perform basic maintenance of buildings, grounds, furniture,
equipment, and other jobs that may be required from time to time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare facilities for meetings,
Plan, organize, control and lead as supervisor by managing the maintenance staff.
Do maintenance and repair work – all “minor” maintenance and repair work inside
and outside all buildings when necessary.
Purchase maintenance materials, tools and equipment as required and to control
stock thereof.
Assist in managing the Maintenance and Repairs quality control.
Inspecting buildings, maintaining inventory, and scheduling repair
Inspect sites regularly to identify problems and necessary maintenance.
Coordinate daily cleaning and maintenance activities.
Oversee all repairs and ensure that work is completed on time and to the
correct quality.
Comply with all health and safety regulations and practices on site.
Conduct follow-ups on all maintenance and repair work
Conduct safety inspections as scheduled.
Supervision of fleet usage
Maintain Company Assets (All Buildings /Sites)
Attends to all first line calls on equipment failures.
Carry out repairs/inspections to all Sites, including general building maintenance,
basic plumbing, basic electrical, basic carpentry, basic masonry and other
renovations of buildings, grounds, equipment.
Identify Maintenance Faults and Record the Faults.
Carry out basic inspection on meters and report damages.
Repairs effected where appropriate – light bulbs replaced, desks etc.
Basic repairs.
Manage maintenance issued stock and tools.
Perform scheduled & unscheduled maintenance on infrastructure assets.
Assist in project work & other maintenance installations.
Ensure that all OH&S regulations are adhered to.
Support Services
Provides driving services as and when required.
Provide physical support with moving boxes, documents and furniture as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum requirements:
Minimum N6 Built Environment Qualification(s) (Construction, Electrical, Mechanical,
Civil, Plumbing, Carpentry)
6 years post qualification experience in a similar role.
Skills and Competencies:
Project management
Built environment and professional judgement.
Problem solving and analysis.
Operational communication
Operational compliance
Computer literacy
People management
Planning techniques
Technical competencies
Client orientation
Click on the link to apply:
https://recruit.freedompark.co.za/job/permanent-factotum-facilities-management-assistant/
All applications must include a curriculum vitae with three contactable referees, certified copies
of educational qualifications (qualifications from other countries must be accompanied by a
certified copy of the verification from the South African Qualifications Authority [SAQA]), and
certified copy of the identity document.
The certification of documents by the Commissioner of Oaths must occur within a period of less
than 3 months.
By applying for this position, candidates consent to:
Freedom Park performing verification of the information provided beyond the listed
referees.
Successful candidates undergoing a verification process for all information, which
includes the verification of qualifications and security clearance.
Successful candidates being required to undergo an assessment that evaluates
competence, psychometric factors, and other relevant criteria.
Closing date is 11 August 2026
Freedom Park is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Candidates whose
applications will contribute to enhancing Freedom Park’s diversity (staff profile) and employment
equity goals regarding race, gender, and disability are encouraged to apply.
NB: If you do not receive a response within 14 days after the closing date, kindly assume
that your application was unsuccessful. Communication will be limited to those
candidates who have been shortlisted.
Freedom Park reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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