A well-established luxury safari group is seeking an experienced Asset Manager to oversee the maintenance, infrastructure, fleet and technical operations across its Botswana properties.
This senior management role requires a technically qualified professional with strong leadership, asset management and multi-site maintenance experience. The successful candidate will ensure that all properties, vehicles, mechanical systems and essential services are maintained and operating efficiently.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be a Motswana citizen.
- Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in maintenance, asset management or fleet operations.
- Proven experience managing technical teams across multiple sites.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical and building infrastructure.
- Understanding of solar systems, generators, water treatment and sewage plants.
- Experience in fleet management, budgeting, cost control and supplier negotiations.
- Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
- Previous experience in remote operations, safari hospitality, mining or similar environments will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee maintenance and asset management across multiple safari properties.
- Lead and manage maintenance teams, mechanics, electricians and other technical staff.
- Implement preventative maintenance programmes across buildings, infrastructure and equipment.
- Oversee solar, electrical, mechanical, water and sewage systems.
- Manage vehicle, boat and generator maintenance, servicing and fleet efficiency.
- Control maintenance budgets, procurement, spare parts and supplier relationships.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
- Monitor maintenance costs, operational performance and asset longevity.
- Report to executive management and recommend capital improvements and asset replacements.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience.
- Accommodation and company vehicle.
- Senior management opportunity within an established luxury safari group.
If you are a technically qualified professional with strong asset management experience and the ability to lead remote operations, we would love to hear from you.
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