Handyman Assistant – Gqeberha
Job Overview
CBRE Excellerate is looking for a reliable and hands-on Handyman Assistant to join its operations team in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. This is a permanent opportunity suited to someone with practical maintenance experience who enjoys working with tools, assisting with repairs and supporting day-to-day facilities operations.
The successful candidate will work alongside the Handy Man, providing support with general building maintenance and repairs across multiple client sites. The role covers a variety of practical tasks, including carpentry, painting, tiling, plumbing, ceiling repairs, dry walling, basic masonry and office furniture repairs.
This is a varied position where no two days may look exactly the same. The successful candidate must therefore be adaptable, willing to learn and comfortable responding to planned maintenance work as well as site call-outs.
Position Details
- Company: CBRE Excellerate
- Position: Handyman Assistant
- Location: Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Division: CBRE Excellerate
- Industry: Facilities Services
- Job Function: Operations
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Minimum Experience: Mid-Senior
- Posted: 27 August 2026
- Closing Date: 5 September 2026
About CBRE Excellerate
CBRE Excellerate provides commercial real estate and facilities management services across Africa and the Middle East. The organisation supports predominantly corporate clients through services including facilities management, advisory and transaction services and project management.
The company operates in a professional, client-focused environment where reliable service delivery and operational excellence are important.
As a Handyman Assistant, the successful candidate will contribute directly to maintaining client sites and ensuring maintenance-related requests are handled efficiently and professionally.
About the Role
The Handyman Assistant will support the Handy Man in delivering general maintenance and repair services across various client locations.
The role requires practical knowledge and a willingness to assist with a broad range of maintenance activities. You may be required to assist with:
- Carpentry.
- Painting.
- Ceiling repairs.
- Dry walling.
- Basic masonry.
- Plumbing.
- Tiling.
- Office furniture repairs.
- General building maintenance.
- Planned preventative maintenance.
- Ad-hoc repairs and site call-outs.
The successful candidate will also use smartphone technology and mobile applications to record work, complete digital job cards, submit reports and track maintenance tasks.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have the following:
- Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent.
- 1–2 years’ experience in general building or facilities maintenance support.
- Basic knowledge of general maintenance and repair tasks.
- Knowledge of areas such as carpentry, painting, tiling, plumbing and general repairs.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Willingness to travel between different client sites.
- Ability to use a smartphone and mobile applications.
- Ability to complete digital reports, checklists and work tracking.
- Good communication skills.
- Awareness of health, safety and operational procedures.
- Reliable and trustworthy approach to work.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn and support the Handy Man across different maintenance activities.
Key Responsibilities
General Maintenance Support
The Handyman Assistant will assist with general building maintenance and repairs across client sites.
This may include supporting the Handy Man with:
- Carpentry work.
- Painting.
- Ceiling repairs.
- Dry walling.
- Basic masonry.
- Plumbing tasks.
- Tiling.
- Office furniture repairs.
- Other general maintenance activities.
The employee must follow instructions carefully and ensure that work is completed to the required standard.
Tools and Materials
The successful candidate will assist with preparing the necessary tools, materials and equipment before work begins.
This includes ensuring that the Handy Man has the appropriate resources available for each site task and helping to maintain tools and equipment properly.
Inspections and Reporting
The role also involves assisting with inspections and identifying maintenance issues.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting with site inspections.
- Identifying potential maintenance problems.
- Reporting issues accurately.
- Providing feedback to the Handy Man.
- Communicating relevant information to the Operations Manager.
Good attention to detail is important because maintenance issues need to be identified and reported accurately.
Digital Administration
Technology forms part of the daily responsibilities of the position.
The successful candidate will be required to use a smartphone and mobile applications to complete tasks such as:
- Digital job cards.
- Delivery notes.
- Checklists.
- Work tracking.
- Maintenance reports.
Applicants should therefore be comfortable using basic smartphone applications and willing to learn new digital systems.
Site Call-Outs and Preventative Maintenance
The Handyman Assistant must be flexible and willing to assist with site call-outs when required.
Duties may include:
- Responding promptly to maintenance call-outs.
- Assisting with urgent repairs.
- Supporting planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
- Completing ad-hoc maintenance tasks.
- Providing feedback on completed work.
The role may also involve standby duties, depending on operational requirements.
Health and Safety
Health, safety and compliance are important parts of the position.
The successful candidate must:
- Follow all health and safety procedures.
- Comply with client site requirements.
- Use tools and equipment responsibly.
- Follow operational procedures.
- Report hazards and maintenance concerns appropriately.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
The candidate must understand the importance of working safely, particularly when assisting with building maintenance across different client sites.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be practical, dependable and willing to get involved.
You should be someone who:
- Enjoys hands-on work.
- Is comfortable working with tools.
- Can follow instructions.
- Takes pride in quality workmanship.
- Is willing to learn new skills.
- Communicates well with colleagues and clients.
- Can work independently when required.
- Is flexible regarding travel and site call-outs.
- Is reliable and trustworthy.
- Pays attention to detail.
- Understands the importance of professional customer service.
A valid driver’s licence is particularly important because the position may require travel between multiple client sites.
Application Information
Candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply for the Handyman Assistant position before the closing date.
📌 Position: Handyman Assistant
🏢 Company: CBRE Excellerate
📍 Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
💼 Employment: Permanent
🎓 Education: Grade 12 / Equivalent
🔧 Experience: 1–2 years’ general building/facilities maintenance experience
🚗 Driver’s Licence: Required
📅 Closing Date: 5 September 2026
This opportunity is well suited to someone with practical maintenance experience who wants to develop their skills while working across professional client sites in the facilities services environment.