Sanele Ngcobo
Pretoria
Summary
Dynamic Building Manager with 7 years experience, including 3 years as a skilled Handyman. Proven ability to manage facilities, lead teams, and tackle hands-on maintenance task. Expertise in Carpentry, Plumbing, electrical repairs, and troubleshooting. Strong problem solving skills, Ensuring efficient operations and happy tenants. Seeking to leverage hands-on expertise in a facility management role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Manager
City Property Administration
Pretoria, South Africa
09.2022 - Current
- Resolved issues affecting access to site amenities.
- Conducted regular inspections of the property to identify maintenance issues, coordinating timely repairs to prevent deterioration.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with local community and service providers.
- Inspected fire safety provision, fire exits and equipment to determine safety and security of facility, increasing preparedness for urgent situations.
- Documented maintenance activities, creating detailed reports for management review.
- Monitored and documented building's condition.
- Communicated important messages about maintenance, repair and construction work.
- Investigated and dealt with noise abatement or property misuse.
- Kept floors clean and pristine by hoovering, buffing and mopping, complying with sanitation regulations.
- Developed and implemented emergency procedures and evacuation plans, enhancing safety for all building occupants.
- Closely monitored CCTV systems, promptly investigating or reporting suspicious activity.
- Conducted simple repairs on faulty or broken establishment equipment.
- Received and processed mail and package to deliver to designated recipients.
- Directed contractors to execute site priorities to internal standards.
- Cleaned and maintained spaces within apartment buildings, offices and hotels.
Handyman
Octodec Investment
Pretoria, South Africa
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Completed general maintenance and upkeep throughout building and grounds.
- Repainted ceilings, interior and exterior walls and fences to maintain professional appearance.
- Assessed interior and exterior property areas to assess damage and maintenance needs.
Education
N3 to N6 - Eletrical Enginnering
Umbilo Durban Technical College
Durban, KZN01-2025
electrical Engineering HC (Artisan Aid) - Eletrical Enginnering
TFETraining
Pretoria, GP01-2020
Grade 12 - Grades
Ogwini Comprehensive Technical High School
01-2013
Skills
- Building maintenance
- Emergency procedures
- Facility inspections
- Contractor management
- carpentry,plumbing, Electrical Repairs, Painting, Maintanance, Tool mastery, Multitasking and adaptability
Languages
IsiZulu
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
IsiZulu
Master or proficient
C2
Certification
- National Senior Certificate
- N3 to N6 Electrical Engineering ( Heavy Current)
- Electrical Engineering HC (Artisan Aid)
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Basic Emergency First Aid Responder
- Driving License C1
Interests
- Reading Books
- Hiking
- Music
Timeline
Building Manager
City Property Administration
09.2022 - Current
Handyman
Octodec Investment
12.2019 - 08.2022
N3 to N6 - Eletrical Enginnering
Umbilo Durban Technical College
electrical Engineering HC (Artisan Aid) - Eletrical Enginnering
TFETraining
Grade 12 - Grades
Ogwini Comprehensive Technical High School