Handyman/Trade Assistant

Community Housing Ltd; Launceston; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Permanent role

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Community Housing Ltd (CHL) is seeking a Trade Assistant in Launceston, TAS, to support our Internal Maintenance Services (IMS) team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. You’ll assist tradespeople, handle gardening and maintenance tasks, and prepare equipment for jobs.

Reporting to the IMS Electrical Supervisor, you’ll work both independently and with the team, following safety rules and communicating clearly with customers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A current driver's licence — mandatory.
• A White Card, or the ability to obtain one.
• Satisfactory Police and Working with Children checks (we will process this for you; if successful)
• A trade qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople and builders with general tasks.
• Undertake gardening, landscaping, maintenance and cleaning, and prepare equipment and work sites.
• Operate machinery and power tools and maintain tools.
• Follow safety processes and report risks, communicating with customers and stakeholders.
• Support the IMS team both independently and with colleagues.

Skills

Driver's licence

White Card

Police checks

Trade qualification

Job description

• Varied, hands on work that will give you a sense of PURPOSE
• Permanent role | Salary packaging - INCREASE your take home pay!
• Join our statewide Maintenance Team.

What you’ll be doing

Enjoy practical work where you can see the difference you make? As our Trade Assistant in Launceston, TAS, you’ll support CHL’s Internal Maintenance Services (IMS) team to complete work safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Reporting to the IMS Electrical Supervisor, you’ll bring our values to life through teamwork, care for our customers and pride in a job well done.

You’ll assist tradespeople and builders with general tasks, undertake gardening, landscaping, maintenance and cleaning, and prepare equipment and work sites.

Your day‑to‑day work will also include operating machinery and power tools, cleaning and maintaining tools, and storing equipment safely.

Working both independently on assigned duties and alongside the team, you’ll help complete jobs on time, follow workplace health and safety requirements, report identified risks, and communicate clearly with customers and stakeholders. You’ll also lend a hand to the wider team when needed.

What we’re looking for

You’re a practical, proactive team player who takes pride in quality work and shares our commitment to every person’s right to good quality housing. You communicate clearly, listen carefully and adapt to the task at hand, remaining positive and calm when challenges arise. You’ll work within approved safety processes and contribute to a respectful workplace.

• A current driver’s licence — mandatory.
• A White Card, or the ability to obtain one.
• Satisfactory Police and Working with Children checks (we will process this for you; if successful)
• A trade qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable, but not essential.

Above else, we’re looking for people who bring our values to life every day:

• People first: Every person matters.
• Built on integrity: Do the right thing.
• Relentless in delivery: Make an impact.
• Brave enough to lead: Challenge, innovate, improve.

If you’re someone who builds trust, works collaboratively, takes ownership, cares about the people you serve and makes others feel valued — you’ll fit right in.

What’s in it for you

At CHL, you’ll be part of an organisation that’s making a genuine difference in the lives of thousands of Australians every day. We offer:

• A purpose-driven role with meaningful national footprint that makes a real impact.
• A collaborative, supportive and inclusive workplace.
• Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for professional development
• One day off a year as ‘You Day’ to celebrate you
• Great salary + Super + Salary Packaging (increase your take home pay!) and much more.

Above all, joining CHL means being part of something bigger — making a meaningful difference and helping create a future where everyone has a place to call home.

About CHL

At CHL, we’re working towards a world without housing poverty. As Australia’s largest regulated community housing provider, we’ve spent more than 30 years creating safe, secure and affordable homes where people can belong, thrive and build a brighter future.

We’re a purpose-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of what we do. Our values of Teamwork, Integrity, Service Excellence and Everyone Matters guide how we work, how we support our customers and how we make a difference in communities across Australia.

Our Recruitment Process

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only, and CHL may close the advertisement early. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We aim to make our recruitment process clear, engaging, and respectful, keeping you informed along the way.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CHL works closely with people from diverse backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the Traditional Aboriginal Owners of Country throughout Australia and pays respect to their culture and Elders past and present. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a Police Check and any other role‑specific checks.