About Avbob
Avbob, a leading mutual insurance company in South Africa, has been a trusted provider within the funeral industry since its establishment in 1918. Headquartered in Bloemfontein, the company has grown into one of Africa’s most respected and reliable Mutual Assurance Societies. Serving over 5.5 million clients across the continent, Avbob offers a wide array of funeral insurance products and burial services designed to provide compassionate and dependable support to families during times of grief.
The company’s operations are organized into three main divisions—Avbob Insurance, Avbob Funeral Service, and Avbob Industries—which work in tandem to deliver comprehensive, end-to-end funeral solutions. Deeply rooted in the communities it serves, Avbob actively engages in initiatives that enhance socio-economic development and support long-term community growth. Guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration, the company remains dedicated to providing customer-focused services that combine professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to meaningful care, ensuring that every client receives thoughtful and reliable support when it matters most.
About the Avbob Job Vacancy as Handyman 2025
Avbob is currently on the look out for enthusiastic employment seekers who require a position as a professional Handyman based in Durbanville (Western Cape). The Avbob Handyman position entails overseeing routine daily and monthly maintenance tasks to ensure the proper upkeep of AVBOB’s funeral and insurance offices within the Western Cape region.
The role covers a wide scope of responsibilities, including conducting repairs, performing minor construction work, and implementing improvements to facilities as needed. In addition, the handyman must carry out regular checks and inspections to detect potential maintenance issues early, address them promptly, and help maintain a safe, functional, and well-presented working environment for staff and clients.
You will be required to perform the following duties:
- Perform general maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, and minor building-related tasks across all AVBOB Western Cape facilities
- Assist and report directly to the Foreman
- Provide general support to ensure the completion of all building-related maintenance activities
- Transport goods and materials as required
- Collect necessary materials from suppliers
- Manage and maintain your own toolbox in good working condition
- Organize and maintain designated work and storage areas
- Clean the premises thoroughly after completing maintenance tasks
- Execute assigned work according to Head Office job cards under the Foreman’s supervision
- Comply with all occupational health and safety requirements
- Ensure that the premises are cleaned after every job is completed
- Undertake additional duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned by the company in line with operational needs, while remaining available to perform such tasks when requested.
General Responsibilities as Handyman
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and minor building work
- Conduct daily and monthly inspections to identify maintenance needs
- Assist and report to the Foreman regarding ongoing tasks and maintenance issues
- Provide general support to complete building-related maintenance activities
- Transport and move goods, materials, and tools as required
- Collect materials from suppliers when needed
- Manage and maintain personal tools and toolbox
- Organize and maintain work and storage areas
- Clean premises thoroughly after completing maintenance tasks
- Execute work according to job cards or instructions issued by the Foreman or Head Office
- Adhere strictly to all occupational health and safety regulations
- Undertake additional duties or tasks as reasonably assigned by the company according to operational needs.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for the Avbob Handyman Job Vacancy, candidates should thoroughly check that they fulfill all the stated eligibility requirements. These criteria play a key role in determining whether an applicant is a good fit for the position. Meeting every requirement not only improves one’s application but also increases the chances of advancing in the recruitment process. Conversely, failing to satisfy any of the conditions could reduce the likelihood of being considered.
The Avbob Job Vacancy as Handyman Eligibility Criteria are as follows:
- Hold a Grade 10 qualification
- Demonstrate 5 years of experience as a general worker (handyman)
- Be willing to work after hours and on weekends when necessary
- Possess general handyman skills, including but not limited to:
- Perform electrical work
- Carry out plumbing tasks
- Apply painting skills
- Execute carpentry or construction duties
- Conduct appliance repairs.
Application Instructions
Apply online: Avbob Job Vacancy as Handyman 2025.
Please follow the application instructions below:
- For the best experience, applicants are advised to access the application portal using Google Chrome
- Fill out the application form carefully, ensuring that all details are correct and accurately reflect your qualifications
- Review your information thoroughly before submission, as the selection panel will carefully evaluate each application, and any errors may lead to disqualification
- By applying, you agree to allow the selection committee to process and use your personal information for registration purposes
- To maintain fairness, every application will be verified, and providing false or misleading details will result in immediate disqualification
- Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official online portal; submissions by fax, courier, or other methods will not be considered.
Closing Date
Application is available as long as it is not deleted on its official website.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible to allow ample time for a thorough review. Use this opportunity to carefully check your application and ensure all details are accurate and complete. Submitting in advance can help you avoid last-minute issues.
Avbob reserves the authority to make hiring decisions at any point during the recruitment process. The outcomes determined by the selection panel are final and cannot be contested.
Company Details
Telephone Number: +27 86 128 2621
Email Address: info@avbob.co.za
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