Assistant Lodge Manager – The Elegant Collection

Job Description

Job Summary

The Elegant Collection is looking for a hands-on, reliable and experienced Assistant Lodge Manager that will be focusing on Maintenance.

Type: full-time
Location: Windhoek
Category: Maintenance
Closing Date: 2026-09-04

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance staff and outside contractors.
• Understand Health & Safety procedures.
• Control stock, including maintenance tools, spare parts, equipment and materials.
• Obtain quotations, monitor maintenance expenses and assist with budgeting and cost control.
• Assist with general lodge operations when required.
• Maintain good guest relations and communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Be efficient literate with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Work independently, prioritise tasks and perform well under pressure.
• Be hands-on and willing to assist with physical maintenance work when required.
• Have sober and honest habits.
• Have a valid driver’s licence; a PDP would be an advantage.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in lodge/hospitality maintenance or a similar position.
• Strong general maintenance and technical skills.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical work, building repairs and general property maintenance.
• Knowledge of water systems, pumps, solar systems and generators would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in vehicle maintenance and basic mechanical repairs.
• Ability to perform routine vehicle inspections, identify mechanical problems and arrange repairs or servicing when required.
• Responsible for monitoring vehicle service schedules, tyres, batteries and general vehicle condition.
• Experience with 4×4 vehicles and diesel engines would be an advantage.
• Ability to identify maintenance problems and carry out or coordinate repairs efficiently.
• Experience with preventative maintenance planning for buildings, equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate maintenance staff and outside contractors.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.
• Experience with stock control, including maintenance tools, spare parts, equipment and materials.
• Ability to obtain quotations, monitor maintenance expenses and assist with budgeting and cost control.
• Willing and able to assist with general lodge operations when required.
• Good guest relations and communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Efficient literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and perform well under pressure.
• Must be hands-on and willing to assist with physical maintenance work when required.
• Sober and honest habits.
• A valid driver’s licence is essential. A PDP would be an advantage.

How to Apply

Apply by email: [email protected]