General Hand / Handyman

Handyman

AbilitiesNQ is recruiting for an experienced hands-on Handyman. You will be responsible for a range of both preventative and corrective maintenance duties to our office spaces and SIL houses including grounds upkeeping. 

About us

AbilitiesNQ is a family run business striving for excellence within the disability sector. Here at AbilitiesNQ we pride ourselves on our personal service and our ability to maximize the potential of all participants and staff under our care.

We value joint partnerships with the community that enthuse collective engagement and inspired responses to the evolving needs of the people that we support. 

An average day may include, but is not limited to:

• Maintaining equipment, buildings, and services.
• Setting up, storing and/or moving furniture to and from SIL houses.
• Maintaining the yards at our SIL houses and grounds at the office in a neat and tidy manner with no obstacles.
• Identifying preventative maintenance requirements.
• Receiving and prioritizing maintenance requests and completing works in a timely manner.
• Assisting the fleet management team, organising repairs and car detailing. 

 Skills & Experience

• General hands-on maintenance or handyman skills
• Gardening/lawn maintenance skills including equipment knowledge
• Carpentry experience is necessary. 
• Confident with using computer systems 
• Available to work Mon – Fri, 38 + hours per week (on occasion some flexibility may be required)
• Physically fit and energetic
• A great attitude and willingness to learn
• A focus on providing excellent customer service at all times
• Excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of correct manual handling techniques and WHS awareness
• Current valid (manual) driver’s license is essential
• Blue Card
• NDIS Worker Screening Card
• Current First Aid 
• Current CPR

In return we will provide:

• A friendly and safe environment for you to work in
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunities for career development
• Equipment provided
• EAP Services for employees and family 

To apply for this position, please hit the apply button or email your resume, cover letter and any references to ***********@abilitiesnq.com.au