Maintenance Handyperson & Groundskeeper

We currently have an opportunity for Maintenance Handyperson/Groundskeeper tojoin ourHealth and Educationteam and play a key role in delivering the Facilities Management (FM) service at the NZ Schools PPP3 Project.Reporting to Operations Manageryoull help deliver high-quality outcomes that support our essential services.

Te Kwhiringa The Opportunity

The NZ Schools PPP is a partnership between Amber Infrastructure the Ministry of Education and Downer Company focusing on enhancing educational environments across several schools in New Zealand. The project aims to deliver quality educational spaces efficiently ensuring value for money and effective service delivery with Downer handling various support services such as cleaning security and utilities management.

What Youll Do (key responsibilities)

This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:

• Act as the main point of contact and coordinator for all services at the facility including managing subcontractor activities verifying credentials and overseeing work completion.

• Maintain proactive communication with the School Operator to ensure timely fulfillment of ad hoc requests and smooth operational support.

• Handle general store duties such as receiving checking storing and distributing school supplies along with porterage and dispatch of goods.

• Perform caretaker tasks emergency responses FF&E movement replenishment of consumables incident logging and general cleaning and maintenance.

• Plan and manage visitor access to support seamless community engagement and ensure school facilities are available and well-utilized.

Nga pkenga matua Important Skills (experience required)

• Essential Requirements: Must hold a current drivers license and be police vetted.

• Desirable Qualifications: Includes cleaning groundskeeping supervisory and building/trade-related certifications.

• Trade & Maintenance Experience: Background in basic repairs carpentry or similar trades; capable of delivering planned maintenance works.

• Cleaning & Resource Management: Skilled in cleaning practices and efficient use of cost-effective materials.

• Oversight & Compliance: Experienced in monitoring subcontractor performance and knowledgeable in New Zealand Standards and OH&S regulations

More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Ko wai mtou Our Organisation

At Downer we plan create and sustain essential public services across Australia and New Zealand. From hospitals to data centres and defence partnerships we manage critical infrastructure that keeps communities thriving.

Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki knei Why you will enjoy working here

Were proud of our high-performance culture and commitment to diversity offering:

• Training and development to support and diversify your career.

• With 30% of vacancies filled internally youll find real opportunities to advance your career.

• : healthcare discounts great savings on retail purchases car purchases and much more.

• Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Mori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process just let us know were here to help you put your best foot forward.

Me phea ki te tono How to apply
Click APPLY and please include yourCV and copies of relevant licences/qualification. The reference number for this role is 724205.

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement please talk to our team.