Job Description
Handy Person – East Melbourne, VIC
Location: East Melbourne, Victoria
Company: BGIS, Government Services Portfolio
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site (40 hours per week, Mon–Fri, Core Business Hours), Occasional On-Call requirements
Salary: $65,475 plus superannuation
Other Information: Potential Car Allowance, Phone, Uniforms & PPE provided
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About BGIS
BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to clients across various industries. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and operational excellence.
Purpose of the Role
BGIS is seeking an experienced Handy Person to support a newly acquired Victorian Government portfolio based in East Melbourne. Working across a prominent civic precinct, you will deliver planned and reactive maintenance services that keep essential public facilities running safely and smoothly.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will work collaboratively with site teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders to achieve contract KPIs, maintain compliance, and uphold high service standards.
This role suits someone hands-on, dependable, and solutions-focused — a practical team member who takes pride in quality workmanship and values safe, respectful workplaces.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general building maintenance including carpentry, painting, minor plumbing, tiling, patching and repairs
Deliver preventative and corrective maintenance across site assets
Accurately record works in QFM and maintain compliance documentation in QMS
Support Facilities Managers with reporting, minor capital works and planning activities
Liaise with and monitor subcontractors to ensure safe and compliant service delivery
Maintain strong safety practices aligned with OHS and Environmental Management Systems
Build positive relationships with site stakeholders and the broader precinct community
Participate in occasional ad hoc on-call requirements
Education, Experience & Skills
Essential:
Experience in a building, trade or facilities maintenance environment
Demonstrated understanding of QA, OHS, and environmental systems
Ability to manage competing priorities and respond calmly to changing site needs
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
Competency using maintenance management systems and basic Microsoft Office
Desirable:
Handy Person experience across plumbing, painting, tiling, carpentry and general repairs
Training in current OH&S and QA legislation
Experience working within government or large property portfolios
What's Provided
Potential Car Allowance
Mobile phone, uniforms and PPE
Paid training including EWP, First Aid, Working at Heights and more
Stable, long-term government portfolio
Workplace Flexibility
This position is fully site-based in East Melbourne, supporting a key Victorian Government precinct. Core business hours apply Monday to Friday, with occasional on call requirements.
Why Join BGIS?
Key Benefits Include:
Spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus.
Access to Flare for discounts across retailers, energy, utilities & much more
Fitness Passport, wellness programs & flu vaccinations
AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025
Endorsed by WORK180 as an employer of choice for women
Career progression through secondments & internal mobility
2 paid volunteer days annually
Service recognition awards for milestone anniversaries
BGIS employs over 12,000 people worldwide and manages over 50,000 diverse facilities, including critical and government environments. We are recognised for innovation, strong safety culture, and inclusive workplaces.
How To Apply
If you are a practical, community-minded maintenance professional looking to join a stable and respected organisation, we would love to hear from you.
BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
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