Overview
Maintenance / Handyman – Burke & Wills Group, Projects & Maintenance Division
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Newcastle, NSW | Salary Role
About The Business: Burke & Wills Group delivers high-quality commercial projects, retail fit-outs, and maintenance services across Australia. Our work spans retail, hospitality, offices, and operational facilities, with a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, and long-term client partnerships. This role is based in Newcastle, Central Coast and surrounds; you'll be part of a nationwide business, supporting commercial maintenance and fit-out projects delivered to a high professional standard.
The Role
We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance / Handyman who enjoys variety and is a positive, driven individual wanting to work within a growing business. If you take pride in your work, have a strong work ethic, a professional and pleasant manner with clients, and want to grow with the company, this role could be for you.
This position offers stable Monday to Friday hours. This is a field-based role, working across commercial and retail sites, supporting both planned maintenance and fit-out works. No two days are the same, but the standards are always high. Our goal is to deliver both employee satisfaction and outstanding customer outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Position best suited to a candidate living in Newcastle
* Position best suited to someone with trade experience
* Fulfill the role as a site installer/site supervisor and carry out maintenance tasks
* Managing the day-to-day requirements on site and working with the Maintenance Manager and Coordinators to complete maintenance tasks and minor works projects
* Reporting each job/project and completing the project lifecycle where applicable
* Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and Directors to grow the Project and Maintenance Departments
* Assist with the requirements of each maintenance and minor works project from receiving direction from the client, engaging our contractors and reporting the outcome and issues directly to the client
* Assisting projects managers with any administration requirements of projects
* Carrying out tasks as directed by the Maintenance Manager and Project Managers
* Support retail and commercial fit-out projects, including minor installations and finishes
* Perform carpentry, patching, fixing, adjustments, and general handyperson tasks
* Respond to reactive maintenance requests in a professional and timely manner
* Conduct preventative maintenance to help keep sites compliant and operational
* Monitor product standards and implement quality control measures and program
* Read basic plans, scopes, and instructions accurately
* Maintain safe work practices in line with WHS requirements
* Communicate professionally with site contacts and project teams
* Keep tools, vehicles, and work areas clean, organised, and compliant
About You
We're looking for someone who:
* Has experience as a handyman, maintenance technician, or carpenter
* Holds a Certificate III
* Is self-motivated and possesses a strong work ethic with excellent time management skills
* Is well presented, punctual, and efficient
* Is confident working across commercial environments
* Takes pride in neat, high-quality workmanship
* Can work independently and manage their day effectively
* Has strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Is reliable, professional, and safety-focused
* Communicates well with clients, supervisors, and team members
Licences & Requirements
* Current Driver's Licence – essential
* Certificate III – preferred
* Carpentry / Handyman experience – essential
* Working With Children Card – required or willing to obtain
* White Card – required or willing to obtain
What We Offer
* Permanent full-time role with a stable salary
* Positive and supportive team environment
* Monday to Friday hours supporting genuine work life balance
* Allowance and vehicle may be provided on successful completion of probation
* Varied and interesting commercial projects
* Professional and well-organised operations
* Uniforms supplied
* Long-term employment with a growing national business
* Opportunity to grow with the company as projects expand
How To Apply
If you're looking for a stable, well-run role where your skills are valued and your weekends are yours, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability to: burkeandwillsprojects.com.au. Alternatively, contact us directly to arrange a confidential discussion on .
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