Maintenance Handyman- Sydney Adoption Centre

Perform minor carpentry repairs and ground maintenance, conduct WHS checks to ensure compliance and manage the stock and equipment of RSPCA NSW.

In this role of Maintenance Handyman you will be responsible for ensuring the day to day maintenance and grounds activities of the Sydney RSPCA NSW facility are delivered in accordance with relevant standard's, plans and guidelines. This role is far from mundane as it offers a vast range of tasks, whilst ensuring a healthy and safe working environment it created and maintained for all who visit the site.
We encourage entry level and recently graduated candidates to apply, as all training will be provided.
About the Role

• Perform minor repairs to the RSPCA NSW, Sydney Shelter, including, but not limited to, minor carpentry repairs, grounds maintenance and other tasks as required
• Manage palatable stock in an order that reduces waste and is efficiently accessed
• Move furniture, equipment and accept supplies either manually or by using a forklift
• Carry out cyclical preventive maintenance jobs as scheduled, including cleaning windows, repairing of locks and painting
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure work health and safety compliance
• Report all known and observed hazards
• Ensure equipment needing repair is reported, or when possible carry out minor repairs to ensure no equipment downtime
• Thoroughly understand the facilities main services, i.e. gas, water, power mains and the procedure to isolate
• Track inventory of trade supplies for building, plumbing and electrical, for repairs and work requests as required
• Ensure safe Waste management disposal procedures
  

About You

• Previous minor maintenance and repair experience, desirable
• Unrestricted drivers licence
• Fork Licence and High Risk work licence or ability to obtain,
• General Construction Induction Card (white card), desirable
• Ability to lift items of up to 20kg
• Computer skills for record keeping
• Use initiative to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and communicate with various team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety regulations

About the RSPCA NSW
RSPCA NSW is Australia’s best known and most respected animal welfare organisation, working tirelessly to prevent animal cruelty, caring for over 15,000 animals in New South Wales, Australia every year.
We are animal protectors, carers, and advocates, and bring solace to the abandoned, surrendered and injured. We offer shelter, education, veterinary care and compassion, while helping animals in need find loving ‘furever’ homes.
Why work for RSPCA NSW?

• Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to WHEREFIT Discount Program (activewear, gyms, health supplements, meals and apparel)
• 40% Royal Canin Discount for your beloved pets
• Access to Converge Employee, Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP)
• 12 weeks Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
• Paid Community Service leave with SES or Rural Fire Service
• Animal Compassionate Leave
• Generous training and education opportunities
• Pathways to our Registered Training Organisation (RTO) courses

Apply Now
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you!
Simply click ‘APPLY’ to send in your resume.
RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team (recruitment@rspcansw.org.au) and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting.