Caretaker - School Facilities

Persol; Auckland; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed Facility Management is seeking a hands-on Facilities Caretaker for Ormiston Junior College in Flat Bush, Auckland. This permanent, full-time role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with staggered 8-hour shifts from 6am to 6pm.

You will help keep facilities safe, well maintained and looking their best for students and staff. Ideal candidates have experience in general maintenance or a trade background, strong communication with contractors, and the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance or facilities upkeep.
• Trade background (plumbing/building) would be advantageous.
• Good communication skills with contractors.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Basic computer skills and health & safety focus.
• Full NZ driver’s licence and right to work in NZ.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs and handyman tasks.
• Complete maintenance requests and routine site inspections.
• Maintain upkeep of school facilities and grounds.
• Liaise with and coordinate specialist contractors as required.
• Identify maintenance issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Follow health and safety procedures and minimise disruption to school day.

Skills

General maintenance

Handyman tasks

Contractor liaison

Health & safety

Problem solving

Job description

Join Programmed Facility Management and help keep a school running smoothly!

The Opportunity

Programmed Facility Management is looking for a hands-on, reliable Facilities Caretaker to join our team at Ormiston Junior College in Flat Bush.

This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with 8-hour shifts starting at staggered times between 6am and 6pm.

You'll play an important role in keeping the school facilities safe, well maintained and looking their best for students and staff.

The Role

• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs and handyman tasks.
• Complete maintenance requests and routine site inspections.
• Maintain the general upkeep of school facilities and grounds.
• Liaise with and coordinate specialist contractors when required.
• Identify maintenance issues and help ensure they're resolved promptly.
• Follow health and safety procedures and minimise disruption to the school day.

About You

We're looking for someone practical and proactive who takes pride in their work. Ideally, you'll bring:

• Experience in general maintenance, repairs or facilities upkeep.
• A trade background, such as plumbing or building, would be a real advantage.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with contractors.
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and solve problems.
• Basic computer skills and a strong focus on health and safety.
• A full, clean New Zealand driver's licence and the right to work in New Zealand.

Important - School Safety Checks

Due to the school environment, applicants must have a clear Ministry of Justice (MOJ) check, meet school Police Vetting requirements and successfully complete drug and alcohol screening.

Why Join Programmed?

Join a supportive facilities management team where you can put your practical skills to good use, develop your experience and make a real difference to the school environment.

If you're a hands-on problem solver looking for a permanent, weekday role, we'd love to hear from you!

Who We Are

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all communities.