Goethe
Job Description
The Goethe-Institut Johannesburg is looking for a Caretaker/Handyman to work 20 hours a week at the Johannesburg office. This job is a part-time position for a 2-year contract. The salary will be based on the Goethe-Institut South Africa’s pay scale.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Management:
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Inspect the building, grounds, and equipment every day.
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Repair small problems or defects when needed.
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Take care of hand tools and electrical tools, keeping them safe and organized.
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Keep the storeroom neat and clean.
Coordination of External Service Providers:
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Check the quality of work done by outside contractors.
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Make sure contractors follow the maintenance schedule and remind them if needed.
Technical Support for Events and Exams:
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Help set up and take down equipment for events and exams, including cleaning, setting up technology, and transporting items.
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Make sure all the necessary equipment for events and exams is working properly.
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Drive the company car if needed, for errands or to pick up guests.
Health and Safety:
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Make sure the building follows health and safety rules.
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Help train staff on health and safety protocols.
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Ensure fire equipment and first aid kits are checked and ready.
General Support Duties:
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Help with general tasks needed in the office or building.
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Assist with cleaning when needed.
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Drive the company car when required.
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Help the operations officer with administrative tasks.
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Substitute for the driver, caretaker, or operations officer when necessary.
Minimum Requirements:
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Education or experience in general maintenance or a related field.
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Health and Safety certificate (preferred, but not required).
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Previous experience in facility management or a similar role.
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Good communication and people skills.
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Ability to take initiative and solve building problems.
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Willingness to work on weekends if needed.
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Ability to work overtime at short notice.
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Ability to work independently with little supervision.
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A valid code 10 driver’s license.
Additional Requirements:
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No criminal record or pending cases.
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South African work permit (if you are not from South Africa, you must have a valid work permit).
How to Apply:
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Send your CV and a copy of your driver’s license by email to our email by 11 April 2025.
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Include the following consent in your application:
“I consent to the processing of my personal data contained in the application documents for the purposes of the admission procedure at the Goethe-Institut.”
Important Notes:
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Only complete applications will be considered.
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The Goethe-Institut reserves the right not to fill this position.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected Hours: 20 hours per week
Application Deadline: 11 April 2025
Expected Start Date: 1 May 2025