Handyman / Plumber wanted — Midrand & Hartbeespoort area — start July 2026
Company
Mthunzi Omuhle Property Management
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Gumtree
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Job Description
We are looking to hire a full-time handyman with strong plumbing skills to join our small operations team. We service residential and small commercial properties across Midrand, Soshanguve and Hartbeespoort.
What you'll be doing
• Plumbing repairs (taps, geysers, leaks, blocked drains)
• General maintenance: doors, locks, paint touch-ups, tiling
• Light electrical (changing globes, fittings)
• Working alone on small jobs and with one assistant on bigger ones
What we need from you
• 3+ years' verifiable experience as a handyman or plumber
• Valid SA ID or work permit
• Two contactable references from past employers
• Conversational English
• Own reliable transport (advantageous)
• Strictly no side jobs or moonlighting allowed
What we offer
• R7500 per month
• Start date: 1 July 2026
• Permanent position (6 month probation)
How to apply Email your CV to [email protected] with subject HANDYMAN APPLICATION. We reply to every applicant within 48 hours.
What you'll be doing
• Plumbing repairs (taps, geysers, leaks, blocked drains)
• General maintenance: doors, locks, paint touch-ups, tiling
• Light electrical (changing globes, fittings)
• Working alone on small jobs and with one assistant on bigger ones
What we need from you
• 3+ years' verifiable experience as a handyman or plumber
• Valid SA ID or work permit
• Two contactable references from past employers
• Conversational English
• Own reliable transport (advantageous)
• Strictly no side jobs or moonlighting allowed
What we offer
• R7500 per month
• Start date: 1 July 2026
• Permanent position (6 month probation)
How to apply Email your CV to [email protected] with subject HANDYMAN APPLICATION. We reply to every applicant within 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa is R28.79 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Electricians working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. This applies to all registered electrical contractors under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
What qualifications and experience are required to work as an electrician in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an NQF Level 4 electrical engineering certificate plus a completed trade test at a registered trade test centre. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience is required before the trade test, with registration on the National Artisan Database mandatory from 1 January 2026.
What documents are needed to apply for electrician jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, NQF Level 4 certificate, trade test results, and proof of 3 years experience via the ESSA online portal. Applications without a valid Certificate of Compliance number are rejected immediately.
What are the standard working hours and leave benefits for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is 3 days per year.
