Head of Maintenance – Luxury Safari Camps

About the role

Bushtops is looking for a hands‑on Head of Maintenance to lead the engineering and maintenance function across its award‑winning luxury safari camps in the Serengeti. The role combines technical expertise with leadership, ensuring that all facilities meet the highest international standards while supporting an exceptional guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the maintenance team across all camp properties.
• Design and implement preventative maintenance programmes for all assets.
• Maintain electrical, plumbing, water, sewage, HVAC, solar, generator and mechanical systems.
• Oversee the upkeep of guest tents and staff facilities.
• Manage workshop operations and spare‑part inventories.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with Operations to deliver seamless facility performance for guests.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in luxury hospitality, safari lodges, hotels or remote camps.
• Strong technical background in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with generators, solar power systems and water treatment plants is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Relevant engineering or technical qualification.

Required skills

• Electrical systems
• Mechanical systems
• Generators
• Solar power systems
• Water treatment plants
• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Sewage systems

What we offer

• Work in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Accommodation and meals while on duty.
• Supportive team dedicated to luxury experiences.
• Opportunity to join a leading East African safari brand.