Maintenance Manager
5* Game Lodge – Liwonde National Park Malawi
Skilled and proactive hands on Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance operations across the property.
Hands on multi skilled profile; diesel mechanic, fabrication, generator systems, solar, fleet management, and lodge infrastructure
The role requires someone with:
- Strong hands-on mechanical and diesel experience, boats experience — able to personally handle vehicle, generator, and boat repairs or supervise them with high level of knowledge.
- Broader technical range — including plumbing, construction, welding/fabrication, and solar/hybrid power systems.
- Proven experience in remote or off-grid lodge environments, where the manager isn’t just supervising but physically resolving technical problems.
This position is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and performance of the Maintenance Department, ensuring that all infrastructure, vehicles, boats, generators, equipment, and utilities are maintained to the highest standard.
The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in ensuring operational reliability, minimizing downtime, and safeguarding the guest experience.
The successful candidate will drive a culture of preventive maintenance, efficient resource use, and pride in workmanship — directly contributing to the lodge’s reputation for excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership & Department Management
● Lead and manage a maintenance team of approximately 40 staff, including the Assistant Maintenance Manager, Storeman, and Heads of Department (Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical).
● Provide clear guidance, set performance expectations, and foster accountability at every level.
● Conduct on-the-job training and promote skills upliftment, ensuring continuous improvement in technical standards and workmanship.
● Motivate the team, build strong morale, and maintain a professional and disciplined work culture.
● Instill a culture of quality control, ensuring all work is checked, verified, and meets lodge standards before sign-off.
2. Preventive Maintenance & Asset Care
● Oversee all mechanical and technical maintenance, ensuring vehicles (safari and non-safari), boats, generators, and equipment are serviced on schedule and in optimal condition.
● Maintain detailed service records for all assets and ensure adherence to preventive maintenance schedules.
● Implement systems that minimize reactive repairs, breakdowns, and operational disruptions.
● Monitor the correct use of tools, spare parts, and consumables, reinforcing accountability in the workshop.
3. Inventory & Stock Control
● Manage the central maintenance store and ensure adequate stock of critical spares, service parts, and fuel (diesel, petrol, paraffin).
● Maintain accurate logs for stock movement, fuel usage, and parts consumption.
● Draft all maintenance-related procurement requests and ensure cost-effective sourcing of materials.
● Conduct periodic stock audits to ensure transparency and control.
4. Fuel & Consumption Monitoring
● Track and report monthly on:
○ Vehicle fuel consumption
○ Generator fuel consumption
○ Overall site usage of diesel, petrol, and paraffin
● Identify and investigate discrepancies or unusual consumption patterns promptly.
5. Scheduling & Coordination
● Work closely with Lodge and Camp Management to plan and schedule maintenance tasks with minimal impact on guest activities.
● Ensure maintenance teams are prepared, punctual, and responsive within tight operational windows.
● Prioritize tasks effectively, balancing preventive work with urgent repairs.
6. Waste Management & Workshop Standards
● Oversee the lodge’s waste management system, ensuring responsible disposal and transport of non-incinerable waste off-site.
● Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workshop environment at all times.
● Continuously improve back-of-house standards to reflect professionalism and pride in the maintenance function.
7. Procurement & Technical Support
● Support the procurement of maintenance equipment, tools, and materials in coordination with the General Manager.
● Actively assist in identifying and sourcing specialized items for mechanical, electrical, and construction needs.
8. Emergency Response & Guest Interaction
● Be available to respond to maintenance emergencies when on-site, including after hours.
● Participate in back-of-house guest tours when required, representing the lodge’s operational excellence.
Key Qualities & Competencies
● Proactive leadership with a hands-on management style.
● Strong technical aptitude across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and waste management systems.
● Excellent organizational and reporting skills.
● Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
● Commitment to preventive maintenance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.
● High standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
Qualifications & Experience
● Technical trade qualification or background strongly preferred (Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
● Minimum 5 years’ practical maintenance management experience, ideally in a remote lodge, resort, or camp environment.
● Proven track record in team leadership, preventive maintenance planning, and stock control.
● Sound understanding of mechanical and electrical systems used in off-grid or hybrid power environments.
Location
Salary is NETT – After ALL Deductions – with Accommodation, Meals and Med Aid
Flights: One annual round-trip airfare to Johannesburg
● Accommodation: Provided at the Game Lodge
● Meals: All meals provided
● Medical Cover:
Scheme: Medical Aid Society of Malawi (MASM)
Coverage: In-country and international
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.
Junior Project Site Manager.
Exquisite 5* Game Lodge Hoedspruit.
We are looking for a candidate that has a blend of technical expertise, project management proficiency, and strong interpersonal skills
to successfully lead and manage construction projects from start to finish.
Key Characteristics and Responsibilities:
1. Strong Leadership and Team management characteristics
2. Must be passionate, motivated and enthusiastic
3. Planning and coordination of project schedules
4. Effective time management skills are essential for prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and staying on schedule
5. Must be organized by Managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively
6. The ability to adapt to changing circumstances, unexpected challenges, and new technologies
7. Must be able to effectively delegate tasks to team members, ensuring that work is distributed fairly and efficiently
8. Bilingual and strong communication skills – Clear and concise communication is essential for conveying project information, updates, and expectations to all team members
9. Ability to resolve conflicts effectively and fairly is crucial for maintaining a productive work environment and workforce
10. Knowledge of safety codes, regulations, and best practices to ensure a safe working environment. Safety compliance – enforcing safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards
11. Must be able to address unforeseen challenges, make timely decisions especially when faced with unexpected challenges or changes to keep the project on track
12. Strong problem-solving skills – Day to day problem solving and dealing with any issues that arise, must be able to identify problems, analyse their causes, and develop effective solutions
13. Budget and Cost control to ensure that the project stays within financial constraints
14. Attention to detail – Quality Control checks and oversee the quality of work and ensure that it meets the required standards and specifications
15. Adaptability and Flexibility – must be able to adapt to changing circumstances and adjust plans as needed
16. Must be flexible and able to work on days off when required
17. Buying / ordering of materials for each phase of the project
18. Must have a hands-on approach
19. Supervising construction workers and subcontractors
20. Construction Knowledge – A deep understanding of construction processes, materials, and techniques is essential
21. Technical skills – Construction equipment knowledge and understanding the various types of machinery and tools used in building and infrastructure projects, their specific functions, and how to manage them effectively
22. Strong planning and scheduling skills are needed
23. Proficiency in reading and interpreting of building plans
24. Valid Driver’s License – Code 10 + PDP
25. 2 – 4 Years’ experience in the same/similar position
Package includes:
1. Monthly Package of R250 000-00 (Cost to Company) Negotiable
Salaries will be reviewed on an annual basis
2. Accommodation, including electricity and water
2-bedroom Accommodation with lounge area, Kitchen area and a porch – Not furnished
3. Uniform – annually
4. Working five days a week (Monday to Friday) Off on Saturday’s & Sunday’s & Public Holidays
5. 15 Annual leave days per year after 1 year worked
Construction department close over Dec / Jan period and make use of Annual leave days for this period while the department is not operational
6. Conditions off your employment will be in accordance with the basic conditions of employment act (ACT 75 off 1997)
7. Company vehicle for use related to job responsibilities
8. Bed night scheme implemented after one year work – Terms & conditions apply
Please Note – While all applications are valuable, we’ll reach out directly to candidates who best meet the client’s requirements.