Maintenance / Handyman

Maintenance / Handyman

Burke & Wills Group – Projects & Maintenance Division
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Newcastle, NSW | Salary Role

About the Business

Burke & Wills Group delivers high-quality commercial projects, retail fit-outs, and maintenance services across Australia.
Our work spans retail, hospitality, offices, and operational facilities, with a strong focus on safety, quality workmanship, and long-term client partnerships.

This role is based in Newcastle, Central Coast and surroundings, you’ll be part of a nationwide business, supporting commercial maintenance and fit-out projects delivered to a high professional standard.

The Role

We are looking for a hands-on Maintenance / Handyman who enjoys variety and is a positive, driven individual wanting to work within a growing business.

If you take pride in your work, have a strong work ethic, a professional and pleasant manner with clients, and want to grow with the company, this role could be for you.
This position offers stable Monday to Friday hours 

This is a field-based role, working across commercial and retail sites, supporting both planned maintenance and fit-out works. No two days are the same, but the standards are always high. Our goal is to deliver both employee satisfaction and outstanding customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Position best suited to a candidate living in Newcastle
• Position best suited to someone with trade experience
• Fulfill the role as a site installer/site supervisor and carry out maintenance tasks

• Managing the day-to-day requirements on site and working with the Maintenance Manager and Coordinators to complete maintenance tasks and minor works projects.
• Reporting each job/project and completing the project lifecycle where applicable
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and Directors to grow the Project and Maintenance Departments
• Assist with the requirements of each maintenance and minor works project from receiving direction from the client, engaging our contractors and reporting the outcome and issues directly to the client.
• Assisting projects managers with any administration requirements of projects
• Carrying out tasks as directed by the Maintenance Manager and Project Managers
• Support retail and commercial fit-out projects, including minor installations and finishes
• Perform carpentry, patching, fixing, adjustments, and general handyperson tasks
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests in a professional and timely manner
• Conduct preventative maintenance to help keep sites compliant and operational
• Monitor product standards and implement quality control measures and program
• Read basic plans, scopes, and instructions accurately
• Maintain safe work practices in line with WHS requirements
• Communicate professionally with site contacts and project teams
• Keep tools, vehicles, and work areas clean, organised, and compliant

About You

We’re looking for someone who:
• Has experience as a handyman, maintenance technician, or carpenter
• Holds a Certificate III
• Is self-motivated and possesses a strong work ethic with excellent time management skills
• Is well presented, punctual, and efficient
• Is confident working across commercial environments
• Takes pride in neat, high-quality workmanship
• Can work independently and manage their day effectively
• Has strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Is reliable, professional, and safety-focused
• Communicates well with clients, supervisors, and team members

Licences & Requirements

• Current Driver’s Licence – essential
• Certificate III – preferred
• Carpentry / Handyman experience – essential
• Working With Children Card – required or willing to obtain
• White Card – required or willing to obtain

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time role with a stable salary
• Positive and supportive team environment
• Monday to Friday hours supporting genuine work life balance
• Allowance and vehicle may be provided on successful completion of probation
• Varied and interesting commercial projects
• Professional and well-organised operations
• Uniforms supplied
• Long-term employment with a growing national business
• Opportunity to grow with the company as projects expand

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a stable, well-run role where your skills are valued and your weekends are yours, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability to:
burkeandwillsprojects.com.au. Alternatively, contact us directly to arrange a confidential discussion on 0439 338 260