Government Handyman (x8) โ 2025
๐ Nature of Appointment
Permanent
๐ฐ Salary
R163,680 per annum (Level 03)
Plus benefits
๐ Locations
Different centres across South Africa (see posts below)
๐ง Overview
Government Handymen provide essential maintenance and repair support within public facilities, ensuring the safety, functionality, and appearance of government buildings. These roles require hands-on technical ability, vigilance, and a proactive approach to facility upkeep.
Handymen also support key control, minor repairs, security-related inspections, and general maintenance across offices, campuses, and court buildings.
๐ Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- ABET or Grade 10
- Proven ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance independently
- Key control experience (issuing, tracking & safeguarding keys)
- Ability to coordinate with on-site security personnel
- 24/7 availability for emergencies
- Risk awareness and ability to identify threats or facility hazards
- Familiarity with safety inspections
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and during special events
- Good verbal & written communication
- Ability to troubleshoot and propose practical repair solutions
- Advantageous: gardening, landscaping or cleaning experience
- Must remain calm under pressure
- Valid Driverโs Licence (mandatory)
๐จ Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct regular inspections of buildings, fencing, classrooms, workshops, doors, windows & general structures
- Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, mechanical or AC repairs
- Open and secure buildings (labs, classrooms, offices) โ including windows, heating, AC, and gates
- Manage campus key safekeeping and allocation
- Repair broken fixtures (windows, doors, ceilings, toilets, pipes, etc.)
- Assist with cleaning and campus presentation when required
- Perform gardening, sweeping, landscaping, and general upkeep
- Monitor Security Occurrence Book and report risks immediately
- Compile daily/weekly/monthly maintenance and safety reports
- Perform additional duties assigned by management
- Participate in ongoing training & attend meetings as required
๐ Available Positions & Application Instructions
Below is the list of all 8 Handyman vacancies across South Africa.
1๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ Free State Division of The High Court
REF NO: 2025/309/OCJ
๐ Centre: Free State Division of The High Court
๐ฐ Salary: R163 680 โ R192 810
๐ง Email applications to: 2025/309/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Requirements:
- ABET / Grade 10
- Experience in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, mechanical trades
- Knowledge of OHSA, power tools, MS Office
2๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ Western Cape Division of The High Court (Cape Town)
REF NO: 2025/310/OCJ
๐ Centre: Cape Town
๐ฐ Salary: R163 680 โ R192 810
๐ง Email: 2025/310/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
3๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ Ellisras Campus
REF NO: LEPTVET 10/2025
๐ Centre: Ellisras Campus
๐ฐ Salary: R163 680
๐ง Email: recruitment@leptevtcol.edu.za
4๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN (x2) โ Mpumalanga Division of The High Court
๐ Centres:
- Mbombela (Ref 2025/328/OCJ)
- Middelburg (Ref 2025/329/OCJ)
๐ฐ Salary: R163 680 โ R192 810
๐ง Email applications:
- Mbombela โ 2025/328/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Middelburg โ 2025/329/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
5๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ Northern Cape Division of The High Court
REF NO: 2025/330/OCJ
๐ Kimberley
โณ 3-Year Fixed-Term Contract
๐ง Email: 2025/330/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
6๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ North West Division of The High Court
REF NO: 2025/331/OCJ
๐ Mmabatho
๐ฐ R163 680 โ R192 810
๐ง Email: 2025/331/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
7๏ธโฃ HANDYMAN โ Gauteng Division of The High Court
REF NO: 2025/332/OCJ
๐ Pretoria
๐ง Email: 2025/332/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
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