Handyperson

Downer Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare discounts

Savings on everyday purchases

Perks@Downer

Job summary

Downer Group, in partnership with Homes Victoria, invites an experienced Handyperson to join the Local Maintenance Repair Crew in Melbourne to maintain social housing and support communities. You will perform non-licensed carpentry, painting and minor repairs, work with renters on site, and log job details in the Works Management System.

A valid driver's licence and practical, hands-on skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or handyperson services.
• Non-licensed maintenance or general repairs.
• Experience in occupied properties with renters or customers.
• Ability to perform minor carpentry, painting and patching.
• Basic digital literacy for Works Management Systems and mobile tech.

Responsibilities

• Undertake non-licensed maintenance works per Job Order instructions.
• Complete bundled Job Orders within LMRC at designated locations.
• Engage respectfully with renters on site and explain works.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and address defects.
• Record job completion details in the Works Management System.

Skills

Handyperson experience

Carpentry

Painting

Patching

Driver's license

Digital literacy

Job description

Downer is proud to partner with Homes Victoria to deliver property maintenance services that support safe, well-maintained social housing and stronger communities across Victoria. Together, we help ensure critical and infrastructure services are at their best when communities need them most.

We have an opportunity for a Handyperson - Local Maintenance Repair Crew (LMRC) to join our Homes Victoria team. In this role, you will undertake non-licensed trade maintenance works as part of a Local Maintenance Repair Crew, supporting the efficient, location-based delivery of Priority, Normal and Extended Job Orders. Your work will contribute directly to safe, reliable service delivery and meaningful outcomes for Homes Victoria, renters and communities.

What You'll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

• Undertake non-licensed trade maintenance works in accordance with Job Order instructions, including carpentry, patching, painting and minor repairs, to achieve the intent of each Job Order.
• Work collaboratively within the LMRC to complete bundled Job Orders at designated locations, supporting efficient delivery and minimising repeat visits.
• Engage respectfully with renters while on site, explaining works where required and maintaining professional conduct at all times.
• Complete works to an acceptable standard, maintain clean and safe work areas and promptly address any identified defects or rework.
• Accurately record job completion details, photos and relevant information in the Works Management System in line with requirements.

What You'll Bring

• Background or experience in building maintenance, handyperson services, facilities or a related field. Current driver's licence (mandatory).
• Experience performing non-licensed trade maintenance or general repairs in residential or similar environments.
• Experience working in occupied properties with direct interaction with renters or customers.
• Practical skills in non-licensed maintenance activities, such as minor carpentry, painting, patching and adjustments.
• Basic digital literacy to use Works Management Systems and mobile technology.

More than anything, you will bring practical judgement, a collaborative approach and a commitment to delivering safe, reliable and high-quality outcomes for our customer and the communities we serve.

Why Downer?

At Downer, the work you do matters. We deliver and support essential services and infrastructure that people and communities rely on every day. When you join us, you will be supported to grow, contribute to something meaningful and shape a future that works for you.

Support you can count on

Safety comes first. You will be part of a team that looks out for each other, with practical support and benefits to help you thrive at work and outside it.

• Training and development to build your capability and support your career.
• Employee Assistance Program providing professional support for you and your family when you need it most.
• Perks@Downer, including healthcare discounts and savings across a range of everyday purchases.
• A strong focus on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and working together as one team.

Be part of something big

Across government, health, education, defence, social housing and essential facilities, our people help deliver services that matter to millions. Your skills and experience will help keep essential services running and communities thriving.

Shape your future

Whether you want to deepen your expertise, move into leadership or take on a new challenge, you will have access to opportunities across teams, projects and locations to shape a career that works for you.