Maintenance Assistant (School Grounds & Buildings)

You'll fix what breaks and prevent what might, around the retirement village in Epping. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

You'll report in Epping. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist
• Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
• Service pool pumps, gate motors and garage door openers
• Keep the maintenance store tidy and track stock used
• Work through the maintenance log each morning and prioritise urgent requests
• Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
• Change globes, fluorescent tubes and plug covers (no DB work)

• Basic painting, tiling, plumbing and carpentry skills
• Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
• Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units
• Available for the occasional weekend emergency

• Experience with a work order system on a phone app
• Basic first aid certificate

• On-site accommodation at some estates
• Uniform and safety boots supplied
• Training on specialised equipment like gate motors and pool plant

• Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.
• Do not claim electrical work you are not licensed to sign off. Say "basic electrical, no DB work" instead.