Technical Supervisor: Technical Services

Fancourt, South Africa’s premier golfing, leisure and lifestyle destination, is situated in George in the heart of the Garden Route. We are recruiting for an experienced Technical Supervisor: Technical Services with a proven track record of successfully managing maintenance operations within a complex, high-demand environment.

The Technical Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily maintenance operations at Fancourt, ensuring that preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, repairs and technical services are delivered efficiently, safely, cost-effectively and in accordance with Fancourt’s 5-star operational standards.

The successful candidate will oversee maintenance teams and contractors, ensuring high-quality workmanship, minimising downtime, maintaining asset integrity and supporting an exceptional guest and operational experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the technical and maintenance team.
• Ensure reactive maintenance requests are attended to within agreed service levels.
• Plan, coordinate and oversee preventative maintenance programmes across buildings, facilities and infrastructure.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality-control checks to ensure work meets Fancourt’s 5-star standards.
• Supervise contractors, service providers and technical staff working on site.
• Assist with technical fault-finding, troubleshooting and emergency repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance shutdowns, repairs and projects with operational departments.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of guest rooms, public areas and facilities, including “Perfect Room” initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain appropriate records, technical drawings, asset registers and maintenance documentation.
• Monitor maintenance materials, tools, equipment and stores.
• Contribute to energy and water efficiency initiatives and other cost-saving measures.
• Assist with budgeting, Capex planning, asset replacement programmes and major repair and maintenance projects.
• Manage contractors and suppliers to agreed standards, specifications, budgets and service levels.
• Assist with tender, pre-contract, site meeting, project monitoring, snagging and handover processes.
• Build productive relationships with internal departments, contractors, suppliers, service providers and relevant municipal authorities.
• Lead, coach and develop maintenance staff, promoting a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Provide operational updates and maintenance reports to management.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and maintenance requirements outside normal working hours when required.

The successful candidate should have practical knowledge and experience across a broad range of facilities and building systems, including:

• HVAC systems
• Electrical reticulation
• Plumbing systems
• Pumps and motors
• Building maintenance
• Fire and safety systems
• Hotel and guest-room maintenance
• Preventative maintenance systems
• Energy and water management
• Bulk sewage systems
• Streetlight networks
• General building and infrastructure maintenance

• Matric / Grade 12 with relevant technical subjects.
• Trade qualification or hands on practical experience in an applicable technical field.
• Grade 12/Matric alone, including a technical school Matric, will not be regarded as meeting the trade qualification requirement.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant maintenance experience, preferably within hospitality, resorts, commercial buildings, property, facilities management or a similarly complex environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory or team leadership experience within a technical or maintenance environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing maintenance operations, teams and technical services within a complex, multi-faceted environment.
• Proven experience in leading and coordinating maintenance teams and technical contractors, with a demonstrated ability to deliver work to required quality, safety and service standards.
• Proven experience in implementing and managing preventative maintenance programmes and responding effectively to reactive maintenance requirements.
• Experience managing the maintenance and upkeep of multiple buildings, facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Experience in project coordination and project management, particularly within construction, building, maintenance or facilities environments.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers, including monitoring workmanship, service levels, costs and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in fault-finding, troubleshooting and coordinating technical repairs.
• Practical knowledge of a broad range of building and technical services, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pumps and motors, fire and safety systems and general building maintenance.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Clear criminal record.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and ERP or maintenance management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve and maintain high standards of service, safety, quality and operational efficiency.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Technically competent and practically hands-on.
• An effective supervisor and team leader.
• Highly organised, with strong planning and prioritisation skills.
• Customer and service focused.
• Able to manage multiple maintenance priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Experienced in contractor and supplier management.
• Financially aware, with an understanding of budgets, cost control and procurement.
• Strong in project coordination and problem-solving.
• Committed to health, safety and quality standards.
• Able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive, reliable and able to respond calmly and effectively to urgent maintenance issues.
• Accountable and results-driven, with a strong focus on maintaining high operational standards.

Fancourt operates within a demanding 5-star hospitality and estate environment, with extensive accommodation, public areas, buildings and infrastructure.

The position requires:

• Availability to work weekends, public holidays and during peak periods when required.
• Availability after normal working hours to respond to emergencies and breakdowns.
• Working outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, dust, heat, chemicals and operational plant areas.
• Physical activity including climbing ladders, lifting and extended periods of standing or walking.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operationally critical environment.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining the technical infrastructure and operational standards of one of South Africa’s leading hospitality and lifestyle destinations.

If you have the technical expertise, leadership capability and proven track record of successfully delivering maintenance operations in a complex environment, we would like to hear from you.

Only candidates who meet the stated minimum requirements will be considered.

Application Process:

Closing date:

25 October 2026

How to apply:

You can apply online at https://www.fancourt.co.za/careers-job-listing/

PLEASE NOTE:

The Company’s Employment Equity Plan will be taken into consideration with all appointments. Should you not be contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.