Pool Technician - Luxury Hospitality (Franschhoek)

About the role

Pick Me Recruitment is recruiting an experienced Pool Technician for its client's luxury hospitality portfolio in Franschhoek. The role involves managing a variety of daily tasks to keep pools sparkling clean and to respond quickly to maintenance requests, with minimal disruption to guests.

Key responsibilities

• Attend to all pool-related issues, especially basic pool maintenance
• Vacuum the pool whenever it is dirty, keeping all pools clean at all times
• Test all pool water daily and report every issue and leak immediately, recording values and readings on daily check sheets
• Keep facilities and equipment around the pools well maintained and in good working order
• Complete all duties with minimal interruption to guests and operations, and respond to maintenance requests as quickly as possible
• Reduce accidents, damage to equipment and loss of tools and supplies, and follow health and safety standards

Required profile

• Certification or qualification in pool and spa pool care and use of chemicals is beneficial
• Matric certificate
• Valid driver's licence
• At least 2 years' general handyman experience, including pool servicing
• Highly experienced in cleaning, filtration and maintenance of swimming pools
• Good knowledge of pool chemicals and basic electrical repair
• Knowledge of pool pumps, filters and pool heating pumps
• Hotel or property maintenance experience is advantageous
• Resides in the Franschhoek area; candidates already living there have preference
• Only South African citizens or permanent residents are considered; no work permit applications accepted

Required skills

• Accurate and timely communication with colleagues
• Working under pressure with attention to detail
• Data capture and reporting

The position is advertised as a priority position with a competitive salary and benefits offered through an add-on approach. Applications go through the recruiter by email and must include an updated CV with contactable references, certified tertiary education documents, certified reference letters and a recent photograph.