Handyperson

Dunmore Lang College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunmore Lang College is seeking a Maintenance Officer for a permanent full‑time role near Macquarie University in Sydney. You will care for campus buildings, grounds and facilities, and provide practical support for events and busy periods like student arrivals and departures.

You will perform repairs, basic plumbing/electrical work, and coordinate contractors while ensuring safety and service quality. A hands‑on team player with good communication will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, handyperson, facilities or trade‑related role.
• Sound practical skills in basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general repairs.
• Confident and safe use of hand and power tools.
• Current NSW driver's licence.
• Current Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain one before starting.
• Good communication skills and a respectful, service‑oriented approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, with flexibility for occasional out‑of‑hours work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and preventative maintenance to buildings, fixtures, furniture and equipment.
• Undertake minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and locksmithing tasks within the scope of the role.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, prioritising urgent and safety‑related issues.
• Coordinate and supervise external contractors on site.
• Maintain gardens, lawns, pathways and outdoor areas, including pressure washing as required.
• Set up and pack down for College events, functions and ceremonies.
• Work safely in line with WHS requirements and College policies.

Skills

Maintenance & facilities

Basic plumbing

Basic electrical

Carpentry

Hand & power tools

Driver's license

Working with Children Check

Communication

Independent & team work

Education

Experience in maintenance/facilities

Tools

Hand & power tools

Job description

• Permanent full-time role at a leading Macquarie University residential college
• Varied, hands‑on work across buildings, grounds and events
• Five‑minute walk from Macquarie University metro station

About the role

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Officer looks after the general upkeep, repair and presentation of the College's buildings, grounds and facilities. You'll also provide practical support for College events and functions, and for the busy student arrival and departure periods.

Key responsibilities

Carry out general repairs and preventative maintenance to buildings, fixtures, furniture and equipment

Undertake minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and locksmithing tasks within the scope of the role

Respond promptly to maintenance requests, prioritising urgent and safety‑related issues

Coordinate and supervise external contractors on site

Maintain gardens, lawns, pathways and outdoor areas, including pressure washing as required

Set up and pack down for College events, functions and ceremonies

Work safely in line with WHS requirements and College policies

About you

Experience in a maintenance, handyperson, facilities or trade‑related role

Sound practical skills in basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general repairs

Confident and safe use of hand and power tools

Current NSW driver's licence

Current Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain one before starting

Good communication skills and a respectful, service‑oriented approach to working with students, staff and contractors

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, with flexibility for occasional out‑of‑hours work by agreement

About us

Opened in 1972 as the first affiliated residential college at Macquarie University, Dunmore Lang College is home to 260 students from rural and regional NSW, interstate and around the world. We are a residential academic community built on respect, personal integrity and responsibility, excellence and service to others, and we are committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for students and staff.