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Organizational Description

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (The Academy) is a world-class educational platform for girls which is aimed at nurturing a new generation of dynamic women leaders. This residential boarding school is situated in Meyerton, Gauteng Province with just over 300 students enrolled in Grades 8 -12. Grade 12. Students write the Independent Examination Board (I.E.B.) NSC Examination.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates. Applications must be accompanied by a covering letter, CV with names of three contactable references, copy of the highest qualification(s) and the copy of identity. Interested candidates must register their profile at www.pnet.co.za

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Starting Date
Hiring Department
This Position Reports to
Remuneration
January 10, 2025
Operations, Facilities
Facilities Manager
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Job Purpose

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Minimum academic requirements & experience

● Grade12;
● 3 – 5 years general work experience;
● Plumbing or Electrical Certification will serve as an added advantage;
● A valid EB Driver’s License.

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Key responsibilities

Carry out all repairs to all building defects within the Academy, leveraging
on plumbing or electrical expertise;
● Maintain a high standard of maintenance throughout the Academy,
ensuring all work meets professional standards;
● Carry out repairs and routine maintenance to all in-house equipment and
buildings, utilising specialised skills in plumbing or electrical work;
● Liaise and collaborate with relevant colleagues to ensure maintenance
work is carried out as necessary;
● Safe handling of supplies & equipment, and clearing away after
completion of jobs;
● Ensure safekeeping of supplies and equipment by keeping them in their
appropriate storage rooms, cupboards etc,
● Adhere to the Health and Safety regulations;
● Attend formal and ad-hoc meetings with the Facilities Manager /
Supervisor as required to discuss progress against assigned jobs and
departmental projects;
● Perform any other tasks of a reasonable nature as requested by your
Supervisor.

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Knowledge, Skills and Attitude

● Knowledge of general maintenance and associated tools;
● Willingness to work after hours including weekends;
● Knowledge of repair procedures,;
● Continuous process and product improvements;
● Knowledge Health and Safety Act;
● Attention to detail;
● Good people/communication skills;
● Integrity;
● Time management;
● Creativity within your discipline;
● Ability to “think out the box”;
● Ability to multitask;
● Ability to prioritize tasks;
● Ability to take initiative;
● Organising skills;
● Demonstrate high levels of professionalism;
● Act with the highest integrity and always uphold the Academy’s standards
and values (Respect, Honour, Compassion, Service, Responsibility and
Accountability)

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Scholarship Application Statement

Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy School for Girls

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls strives to provide a nurturing educational environment for academically gifted girls who come from impoverished backgrounds.

In an effort to preserve the Academy’s mission by awarding scholarships to deserving learners from impoverished communities, the Academy welcomes the appointment of AFRIZAN PEOPLE INTELLIGENCE to provide learner recruitment services for the Academy’s 2023/24 intakes.

With over 30 years of experience in recruitment, Afrizan is able to deliver a consistent and specialised approach towards learner recruitment.

Prospective applicants must direct all admission queries to admissions@afrizan.co.za to find out more about 2023/24 applications.

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