Handyman / General Trades – Q-Main Pty Ltd (Melbourne)
About Q-Main
Q-Main is a family-owned civil and property maintenance contractor that's been keeping Victoria's essential infrastructure running since 2002. We work across the gas and electrical sectors and related utilities, delivering practical, high-quality solutions—from minor building repairs and fencing to grounds and facility upkeep—safely and on time.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a reliable, hands-on Handyman / General Tradesperson to join our team. You'll work across a variety of client sites throughout Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, tackling a mix of maintenance and small works that genuinely make a difference to critical sites.
Why Join Us
* Job security: Stable pipeline in the essential services sector.
* Competitive pay: Above-award rates with regular overtime opportunities.
* Variety: No two days the same—different sites, scopes, and challenges.
* Growth: Ongoing training, upskilling, and support to progress your career.
* Team culture: Down-to-earth crew, supportive leaders.
What You'll Do
* Complete property and facilities maintenance across multiple sites (metro Melbourne).
* Deliver small works such as minor building repairs, patching, painting, basic carpentry, and door/lock repairs.
* Perform concrete works and reinstatements (small pads, paths, ramps).
* Replace/repair fencing and gates; basic metalwork repairs.
* Landscaping and grounds maintenance (mowing, brush-cutting, pruning, mulching).
* Graffiti removal and general site cleaning.
* Assist with non-friable asbestos tasks within licence and training limits (or support licensed contractors).
* Use job management systems, follow SWMS/methods, and complete job photos/records.
* Work safely around live assets and follow site rules and inductions.
About You
* Positive can-do attitude and pride in quality workmanship.
* Solid property maintenance background (council, facilities, utilities or similar).
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a small crew.
* Safety-first mindset with strong attention to detail and housekeeping.
* Good communicator with customers, supervisors, and teammates.
* Unrestricted Australian working rights and full manual driver's licence.
Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)
* MR licence (or willingness to obtain).
* Tickets such as EWP, chainsaw, traffic control/implement, confined space, first aid.
* Asbestos awareness/Class B training/experience.
* Experience working on utility or critical-infrastructure sites.
What Our People Say
"I've got the freedom to run my jobs and the work's varied—something different most days. The RDO flexibility helps with life admin."
— 5+ years, grounds maintenance (ex-bricklayer)
"Good crew, supportive environment."
— 2 years, civil (ex-mechanic)
"After the stress of running my own business, I just enjoy coming to work—the headache's gone."
— 1 year, store person (ex-self-employed)
Licences & Checks
Offers are subject to standard pre-employment checks (e.g., reference checks, licence verification, and medicals where required). You'll also need to meet client/site entry requirements (e.g., inductions and any mandated vaccinations).
How to Apply
Ready to roll up your sleeves? Click "APPLY" and attach:
1. your CV, and
2. a short cover letter outlining your relevant maintenance experience and why you're a great fit for Q-Main.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, let us know.