Handyman/General maintenance (Residential & Commercial
- Carry out varied residential and commercial property maintenance, including general repairs, minor carpentry, painting, plaster patching and gardening.
- Work independently across multiple sites, diagnose issues, plan jobs and maintain safe, clean work practices and accurate records.
- Communicate directly with clients and provide clear updates while delivering practical, high-quality fixes.
Handyman / Maintenance All-Rounder (Residential + Commercial)
Job Summary
Varied, hands-on maintenance work where you’ll be trusted to run your own day, solve problems properly, and leave sites in better shape than you found them. This role exists to support a steady flow of residential and commercial maintenance requests, from quick fixes through to larger repair work. It will suit an experienced maintenance all-rounder who’s practical, client-facing, and comfortable working without being micromanaged. Sites will be mainly in the North Eastern suburbs from Thomastown to Knoxfield, with one based in Mornington (occasional trip).
Benefits
- Genuine variety in the work: general repairs, patching, small carpentry, gardening, and preventative spot-checks across multiple properties
- Autonomy and ownership: you’ll diagnose issues, choose sensible solutions, and manage jobs end-to-end
- Visible outcomes: your work is immediately tangible, with clear before-and-after results on every job
- Client-facing role: direct communication with clients, with a strong focus on service and clear updates
- Permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week), on-site work
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot maintenance issues and deliver practical, fit-for-purpose fixes
- Complete general repairs including doors, anchors, fences, and day-to-day property maintenance items
- Patch and repair minor wall damage, and complete small carpentry jobs as required
- Replace basic fixtures and fittings and carry out spot checks / preventative maintenance
- Gardening and general property rubbish clearance
- Maintain a safe, clean work approach and keep accurate records of completed work
- Communicate clearly with clients about what you’ve found, what you’re doing, and what’s next
Requirements
- Demonstrated, extensive hands-on experience in handyman or maintenance work (the client is seeking 10+ years)
- Strong all-round practical capability across general maintenance and carpentry
- Competence across painting and plaster patching (alongside other trade skills)
- Confident working independently, planning your day, and keeping work standards high
- Strong customer service and communication skills (you will deal directly with clients)
- Current driver’s licence and reliable transport
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
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Consultant
David Ayre
Head of Financial Services
0468 019 441
dayre@fuserecruitment.com
Reference number: BH-40241
Profession:Trades & ServicesMaintenance & Handyperson Services
Company: Fuse Recruitment
Date posted: 5th Nov, 2026
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