Grounds & Building Maintenance Assistant

CLEARVIEW LIVING; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

CLEARVIEW LIVING in Brisbane is seeking a reliable Grounds & Building Maintenance Assistant for our residential complex. This part-time role (23 hours per week) involves a mix of cleaning, gardening, and light maintenance, working closely with the onsite manager to keep common areas safe and welcoming.

You should have experience in cleaning, gardening, or general maintenance, be able to work independently, stay fit for manual tasks, and show reliability and pride in presenting a well-kept

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, gardening, or general maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Good physical fitness for manual tasks.
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Pride in maintaining a well-presented property.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning & pool care of common areas (50%): clean hallways, foyers, stairwells, lifts; maintain presentation; clean bin rooms; monitor pool surfaces and water quality.
• Gardening & grounds maintenance (50%): mow lawns, trim edges, tidy beds, prune shrubs, weed control, water plants.
• Minor building maintenance: replace light bulbs, report issues, assist with small touch-ups when required.

Skills

Cleaning

Gardening

Maintenance

Independence

Reliability

Job description

Grounds & Building Maintenance Assistant

Part Time – 23 hours per week Location: Seven Hills/Morningside, Brisbane

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds & Building Maintenance Assistant to support the caretaking operations of a residential complex. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands on work, takes pride in presentation standards, and can work independently.

About the Role

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, presentation, and basic upkeep of the building and common areas. The role includes a mix of cleaning, gardening, and minor maintenance tasks.

You will work closely with the onsite manager to ensure the complex remains safe, tidy, and welcoming for residents.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Pool Care (approx. 50%)

• Clean common areas including hallways, foyers, stairwells, and lifts
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain presentation of shared spaces
• Clean bin rooms and waste disposal areas
• Maintain external common areas such as pathways and entryways
• Skim and clean pool surfaces
• Vacuum pool floors
• Check and maintain water levels
• Test water quality (pH, chlorine)
• Report any issues to the onsite manager

Gardening & Grounds Maintenance (approx. 50%)

• Mow lawns, trim edges, and maintain garden beds
• Prune shrubs, remove weeds, and tidy outdoor areas
• Sweep leaves and debris
• Water plants as required

Minor Building Maintenance

• Replace light bulbs and perform basic repairs
• Report maintenance issues to the onsite manager
• Assist with small projects or touch ups when required

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in cleaning, gardening, or general maintenance
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail
• A positive attitude and pride in maintaining a well presented property

Hours & Employment Details

• 23 hours per week
• Part time employment under the relevant award
• All tools and equipment provided
• Ongoing, stable role within a well managed residential complex

Eligibility

Candidates registered with Workforce Australia / JobSeeker are encouraged to apply. (Eligible applicants may qualify for a government wage subsidy.)