Team Leader – Maintenance Team

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TEAM LEADER – MAINTENANCE TEAM Location: Howick Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role We are looking for a Team Leader – Maintenance to oversee and coordinate a maintenance team, ensuring that work is completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard. The successful candidate should have practical experience with electrical and solar installations, as well as experience leading or supervising a team. A formal electrician qualification is not required, but a good practical understanding of electrical and solar work is essential. Key Responsibilities ·        Lead, supervise and coordinate the maintenance team. ·        Plan and allocate daily maintenance tasks to team members. ·        Assist with and oversee electrical and solar installation and maintenance work. ·        Ensure work is completed correctly, efficiently and within required timeframes. ·        Conduct regular checks on completed work and maintain quality standards. ·        Identify maintenance issues and assist with troubleshooting and problem-solving. ·        Ensure all tools, equipment and materials are available and properly maintained. ·        Monitor team performance and provide guidance and support where required. ·        Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements. ·        Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture within the team. ·        Complete relevant maintenance records, checklists and reports. ·        Communicate effectively with management regarding maintenance requirements, progress and issues.   Minimum Requirements ·        Previous experience in a maintenance, electrical or solar environment. ·        Practical knowledge of electrical and solar installations. ·        Previous team leadership or supervisory experience. ·        Strong understanding and awareness of workplace health and safety. ·        Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. ·        Good communication and organisational skills. ·        Valid driver's licence would be advantageous. ·        Must be locally based in Howick, Hilton or Pietermaritzburg.   Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable, safety-conscious and able to take responsibility for a team. The successful candidate should be comfortable working alongside the team while ensuring that maintenance work is completed safely, professionally and efficiently.