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Trade assistant

Launceston
Community Housing Ltd
Posted: 19 May
Offer description

* Permanent Full-Time role with market salary + super + salary packaging
* Hands‐on trade assistant supporting vital works across CHL properties
* Values driven organisation working towards a world without housing poverty

Community Housing Limited (CHL) is seeking Trades Assistant to join our Internal Maintenance Service (IMS) team based in Launceston. This entry‐level role supports the team by undertaking general tasks, preparing equipment and ensuring work outcomes are completed efficiently and safely, helping to keep homes safe, functional and presented to a high standard for customers.

The Role
* This is a full‐time permanent role, offering a market rate salary with salary packaging available
* The role involves travel between CHL properties and sites as required
* CHL provides the tools, systems and support to deliver quality, timely maintenance outcomes

Reporting to the IMS Supervisor, the IMS Trade Assistant works within the Internal Maintenance Service (IMS) team to provide grounds and maintenance support to CHL properties in the region. This is an important role contributing to CHL's vision of a world without housing poverty, and requires a strong commitment to safety, quality and customer‐focused outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
* Assist tradespeople and builders with general tasks
* Undertake hands‐on labouring duties, general maintenance and cleaning tasks
* Ensure jobs are completed on time and to required standards
* Operate appropriate power tools safely
* Clean, prepare and maintain work sites and tools
* Perform assigned duties independently
* Ensure tools and equipment are stored safely
* Interact effectively with customers and stakeholders to ensure quality Internal Maintenance Services are provided
* Adhere to workplace health and safety guidelines, working in accordance with WHS legislation and CHL policies and procedures, promoting safe work practices for yourself and others
About You

You are able to undertake physical labour for long periods, reliable and committed to the right of every person to quality housing. You work well as part of a team, communicate clearly with customers and teammates, have a safety first attitude and a focus on quality.

You Will Have
* White Card (or ability to obtain)
* Current Driver's Licence (mandatory)
* Satisfactory Police and Working With Children checks (or willingness to obtain/maintain as required)

As an equal opportunity employer, CHL works closely with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. CHL acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Australia and we pay our respects to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

What We Offer
* Competitive salary plus superannuation
* Salary packaging + other benefits
* Supportive team culture and opportunities for development
* A values‐driven organisation working toward a world without housing poverty
About CHL

Community Housing Limited (CHL) is a leading not‐for‐profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the housing sector. We are committed to addressing housing issues and supporting vulnerable populations by offering affordable and sustainable housing solutions to individuals and families in need.

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