CareerPlan

Maintenance / Handyperson - Residential Care

Port Douglas, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-11
Based in Australia

Core

Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff at an aged care facility through general repairs, preventative maintenance, and grounds upkeep.

Role type

Residential care facility maintenance / handyperson

Builds

Facility infrastructure, grounds, and equipment for an aged care provider

Domain

Aged care / Residential care

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

General maintenance, minor building repairs, plumbing basics, carpentry basics, grounds maintenance, gardening, driving, hazard identification, stock management, basic computer skills

Preferred skills

Trade qualification in building industry, experience in aged care settings

Technologies

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Undertake general maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance; perform minor building, installation, and assembly tasks; maintain buildings, furniture, equipment, and mobility aids; assist with basic plumbing, painting, and carpentry; carry out grounds maintenance and gardening; manage refuse collection and bin placement; complete scheduled maintenance checks and maintain records; coordinate with contractors; perform delivery and driving duties; maintain workshop and equipment; identify and report hazards and security concerns.

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC