Maintenance Officer / Professional Handyman

Mini Masterminds; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Tools and equipment provided

Petrol provided for work travel

Work phone provided

Initial training and induction

Ongoing support from the Mini Masterm—

Job summary

Mini Masterminds is seeking a Maintenance Officer / Professional Handyman to support a network of childcare centres across the Greater Sydney Metro region. The role is full-time, mobile and hands-on, with a company van, tools and a work phone provided to carry out repairs and general upkeep.

You will work closely with Centre Directors to identify needs, prioritise tasks and complete scheduled works, while travelling between sites and ensuring high safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience across multiple locations.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload.
• Comfortable working around children and teams.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs, maintenance and handyman tasks across centres.
• Complete preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, shelving, fittings and furniture.
• Assemble and install equipment and fixtures as required.
• Organise subcontractors or suppliers as needed.
• Respond to maintenance requests and prioritise urgent jobs.
• Maintain tools, equipment and the company vehicle.
• Follow safety policies and centre requirements.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Facilities maintenance

Independent worker

Travel between centres

Job description

Mini Masterminds Maintenance Officer / Professional Handyman

Mini Masterminds is a leading early childhood education provider committed to creating safe, nurturing and inspiring learning environments where every child can thrive. We are seeking a skilled, reliable and hands‑on Maintenance Officer / Professional Handyman to join our team on a Full‑Time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid maintenance or handyman experience who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and is comfortable working across multiple locations. You will support our network of Mini Masterminds centres throughout Greater Sydney Metro, helping keep our facilities, indoor and outdoor environments in excellent condition.

About The Role

As our Maintenance Officer / Professional Handyman, you will be responsible for responding to maintenance requests, completing repairs and carrying out general upkeep across our centres. You will work closely with Centre Directors to identify and prioritise maintenance needs, complete scheduled works and ensure issues are addressed efficiently. This is a mobile, hands‑on position. A company van, tools, petrol and work phone will be provided.

You will receive an initial induction and training to familiarise you with our centres, processes and expectations. Once training is completed, you will be expected to manage your workload and carry out your duties independently with guidance from your direct manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs, maintenance and handyman tasks across our centres
• Complete preventative and reactive maintenance
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, patching, plumbing and general building repairs
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, gates, shelving, fixtures, fittings and furniture
• Assemble and install equipment and fixtures as required
• Assist with outdoor areas and general grounds upkeep
• Organise and coordinate subcontractors or suppliers as required
• Respond to maintenance requests and prioritise jobs based on urgency
• Identify potential hazards, maintenance issues and areas requiring attention
• Maintain tools, equipment and the company vehicle in good working order
• Keep maintenance areas and workspaces clean and organised
• Liaise with your direct manager and Centre Directors regarding completed and outstanding works
• Follow workplace health and safety requirements and Mini Masterminds policies and procedures
• Arrange or escal... works requiring qualified tradespeople where necessary

About You

• Experienced in hands‑on maintenance, handyman work, facilities maintenance or a similar field
• Confident working independently once training and induction have been completed
• Practical, resourceful and a natural problem solver
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks across different locations
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Comfortable working around children, families and educators
• Safety-conscious and attentive to detail
• Physically capable of carrying out general maintenance duties
• Comfortable travelling throughout Greater Sydney Metro
• Someone who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe and well‑presented environments
• Understanding of compliance and safety requirements within childcare centres

Experience in early childhood, education, commercial facilities, property maintenance or a similar industry will be highly regarded.

What We Provide

• Full‑Time employment
• Company van provided
• Tools and equipment provided
• Petrol provided for work‑related travel
• Work phone provided
• Initial training and induction
• Ongoing support from the Mini Masterminds team
• Stable and ongoing employment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional and supportive working environment

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a maintenance, handyman, facilities builder or similar role
• Willing to obtain Paid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current Australian driver's licence
• Ability and willingness to travel between Mini Masterminds centres across Greater Sydney Metro
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety
• Ability to work independently following initial training
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Valid Australian working rights

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.