Hotel Maintenance Foreman, Cape Town

At The President Hotel, operational excellence is the foundation of exceptional guest experiences. Every light that shines, every system that operates seamlessly, and every detail that functions efficiently reflects our commitment to quality, safety, and guest satisfaction within a

large, high-volume hotel environment .

Hotel Maintenance Foreman We are seeking a skilled and hands‑on

Hotel Maintenance Foreman

with proven experience in

large‑scale hotel, luxury property, or hospital environments

to lead and coordinate the hotel's maintenance team. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, you will ensure that all maintenance operations are executed efficiently, safely, and in line with structured hotel operational standards.

Minimum Requirements

Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing (Red Seal preferred)

Minimum 5 years' experience in commercial building maintenance

Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory or foreman role

Experience within a hotel, luxury property, hospital, or large commercial facility environment

Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems

Experience using CMMS systems (OMNI, INFOR, HotSOS or similar)

Strong leadership capability in delegation, scheduling, and team coordination

Valid South African ID

CV must be fully updated prior to submission

Key Responsibilities Team Leadership&Supervision

Assign daily maintenance tasks and conduct team briefings

Monitor technician performance and ensure adherence to hotel operational standards

Manage attendance, conduct, and performance in line with company policy

Mentor junior staff and support ongoing skills development

Technical Oversight&Maintenance Control

Guide technicians in diagnosing and resolving electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical issues

Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to hotel quality standards

Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and manage reactive maintenance tasks

Ensure timely follow‑up and job closure within the CMMS system

Health, Safety&Compliance

Enforce health and safety regulations and hotel compliance standards

Conduct risk assessments and manage incident reporting

Maintain safe working practices with minimal disruption to guests

Inventory&Resource Management

Oversee maintenance inventory, tools, equipment, and consumables

Ensure accountability and readiness of resources at all times

Coordinate procurement requirements with the Chief Engineer

Operational Coordination

Liaise with Housekeeping, Front Office, and other departments to coordinate maintenance access

Maintain professional conduct and discretion in guest areas

Ensure accurate handover logs, daily reports, and compliance documentation

Key Skills&Attributes

Strong technical expertise across multiple building systems

Structured and disciplined supervisory approach

Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills

Calm, decisive, and safety‑focused under pressure

Clear and professional communication

Guest‑aware mindset within an operational hotel environment

Why Work With Us

Be part of a hotel committed to operational excellence and guest satisfaction

Work within a large‑scale, 349‑room hotel property

Join a structured and professional Engineering team

Opportunity to grow within a luxury‑focused hospitality environment

Competitive salary and employee benefits

Recruitment is aligned with the company's Employment Equity Plan.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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