O&L Vacancies is looking for a repair and maintenance manager for Mokuti Etosha Lodge, Namibia, which is a location close to wild animals and breathtaking nature. The team leader will ensure that the machines, buildings and gardens are operating smoothly. This job requires eight years of experience, which includes three years of leading others and technical skills such as computer-based repairs. If you are a problem-solver and possess the required degree or diploma in engineering, you should apply on or before May 1st 2025.
O&L Repairs and Maintenance Manager Job Details
- Company- O&L
- Position- Repairs and Maintenance Manager
- Location- Mokuti Etosha Lodge, NA
- Closing Date- 01 MAY 2025
Purpose Of The Position
To oversee and coordinate all repairs, maintenance, gardens, grounds, and farm operations at the Lodge, ensuring optimal functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal. The role is responsible for planning and executing preventative maintenance in line with quality standards and operational objectives. This includes maintaining lodge infrastructure, guest facilities, landscaping, and assets to support a world-class guest experience. Drive cost-effective, sustainable practices while ensuring all work meets O&L Leisure’s service excellence and environmental standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Facilities Management or National Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration) (Level 3)
- Minimum of 8 years’ work experience, of which at least 3 years should be in a supervisory or managerial role within facilities, or property maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance systems, building services, electrical and mechanical operations, irrigation systems, and landscaping.
- Knowledge of grounds management, horticultural disciplines, and landscaping.
- Project Management experience, including overseeing renovations and capital projects.
- Computer literate in Microsoft office suite
- Proficiency in SAP PMP.
Key Accountabilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Program for all equipment in the hotel, including the kitchen and laundry.
- Establish annual and quarterly maintenance plans, ensuring coverage for preventive, corrective, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance.
- Oversee the building maintenance and guest room and public area rehabilitation.
- Conduct regular inspections across all lodge and farm facilities to identify repair needs, prioritize tasks, and minimize downtime.
- Provide oversight on planner duties, including opening/initiating internal orders, notifications, maintenance work orders, planning activities with required resources, ordering materials, and tracking all maintenance activities within the respective area.
- Prepare the annual repairs & maintenance budget in collaboration with the Financial Controller and Management, commensurate with operational requirements of the property.
- Analyzes and ensure accurate maintenance data in SAP for operational efficiency, cost control and manual planning boards.
- Observe energy efficiency of all equipment, suggest replacement of energy inefficient equipment, and report energy wastage to management.
- Maintain a comprehensive library of manuals and parts lists of all operational equipment, as well as a complete set of up-to-date drawings of all areas and systems.
- Conduct regular inspections across all lodge and farm facilities to identify repair needs, prioritize tasks, and minimize downtime.
- Oversee building, guest room, and public area maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
